Lanny Ross Steinkamp, 80, Belle passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Capital Region Hospital, while surrounded by loved ones.
He was born Sept. 21, 1942, to the late Orvil and Margie Steinkamp in Union.
He was united in marriage to Alma Marie (Picker) Nov. 19, 1966, at the First Baptist Church in Belle.
Lanny attended high school in Eureka. After school, he went to work in manufacturing making various products throughout his career including pharmaceuticals, soda machines, coolers and nursing home furniture. During his career Lanny also worked in maintenance at Trinity Lutheran Middle School and the Capital Mall, both in Jefferson City.
After retirement, he became an avid collector of antiques, collectible cards, coins and stamps. He enjoyed watching western movies particularly John Wayne and WWE wrestling with his mom Margie while having the TV volume at 100 decibels. In between computer games, watching TV and searching for collectables online, Lanny always made time to visit his local Casey’s multiple times a day to pick up his favorite slushie and socialize for what felt like an hour.
He was a devoted husband of 56 years, father and grandfather. Lanny had a unique personality always making jokes and pestering individuals along the way. He really enjoyed spending time with his grandson, nieces and nephews and thought the world of them.
Lanny is survived by wife, Marie; son, Shawn and friend Janelle Smith; and grandson, Noah Carlson.
Funeral Services were held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 7, at the First Baptist Church in Belle with Chris Cook officiating. Interment was in the Pilot Knob Church Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Sassmann’s Chapel in Belle.
