Clarence G. Genenbacher

Clarence G. Genenbacher, age 92, of Quincy, died on Friday, May 29, 2020 in his home. He was born on April 7, 1928 in Galesburg, IL, a son of Ralph and Esta (Shear) Genenbacher. He married Evelyn Laura Kaltenbach on May 23, 1951 in St. Brigid Catholic Church, Liberty. She preceded him in death on May 22, 2018.

Clarence attended St. Francis and St. John Grade School. He was a 1946 graduate of Quincy High School. His working career began at ABC Pkg. Co. in Quincy. He worked for Fritz Althoff in Quincy, and then he worked at Moorman Manufacturing Co. for over 30 years in the Mintrate Department, retiring in 1990.
Clarence served in the U.S. Army from 1950-1952.

He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. Clarence was an avid Chicago Cubs baseball fan.

Clarence is survived by his children, David J. (Carrie) Genenbacher; Debbie A. (Michael) Smith all of Quincy; Gary G. (Kimberly) Genenbacher of Decatur, IL, and Kevin M. Genenbacher of Quincy.

Grandchildren: Catelyn (Clint) Frese; Cale (Diana) Genenbacher; Grey Genenbacher; Mariah Genenbacher; Amber (Joseph)Terwelp; Addison (Sharon) Genenbacher, Macy Genenbacher, Shae (Brett) Althoff; and Lake Genenbacher.

Great-Grandchildren: Aaden, Larren and Rolen Frese; Viana and Andele Genenbacher; Chloe, Carter and Callie Terwelp.

A sister, Mary Ann Boyer; a brother-in-law, Louis Runser and many nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to his wife, Clarence was also preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Ralph Genenbacher and his wife Bonnie and a brother-in-law, Ralph Boyer.

Special thanks to Dr. Greg Andrews, Blessing Hospital, Blessing Home Care’s Chris, Rita, Ryan and Erin, and Sarah Thornton of Blessing Hospice for their kindness and patience through the last couple months.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church with Rev. Tom Donovan, celebrant. Interment with military honors will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Private visitation will take place prior to the services at church. Memorials are suggested to St. Anthony Church, St. Dominic School or Quincy Notre Dame High School.

16 Comments

  1. Barbara Ancelet on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    I’m sending prayers to you, Kevin, for peace and comfort knowing that your dad is in God’s arms. I hope you find comfort in the assurance that you’ll will be together again.

  2. Connie Fonza on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    Kevin, I was sorry to hear about your dad. I pray for your peace.

  3. Donna Boling on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    So sorry for your loss. I remember him from my younger days and he was always kind to me.

  4. Marilyn and Steve Meyer on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    We were so sorry to hear about Clarence. He has been a wonderful neighbor to us for over 30 years.

  5. Matt Obert on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    Very sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort

  6. Tom Frese on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    Diane and I are sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was a great family friend. You are all in our prayers.

  7. Karen Ludwig on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Deepest sympathy to your family.

  8. Cheryl Burghart on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss Kevin. My prayers will be with all of your family.

  9. Julie Tuley on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    Kevin, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

  10. Jeff and Barb Kozak on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    So sorry to hear of Uncle Clarence’s passing. We have many good memories of our days with him and your family. We wish we could be together at this time to give you all hugs in person.

  11. Tammy and Rick Selsor on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. the family.

  12. Mike Morrall on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    Clarence and I worked together at Moormans. He was quite a guy. My thoughts and prayers to the family.

  13. Amy Mock on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss Kevin. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

  14. Tom Strieker on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry for your loss.

  15. JIM MCGINN on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    CLARENCE WAS MY FOREMAN AT MOORMANS WHEN I STARTED THERE WE HAD GOOD TIMES AT MOORMANS PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY MAY YOU REST IN PEACE CLARENCE

  16. Mary and Roger Frankenhoff on November 16, 2022 at 2:35 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers to Evelyn and family due to Clarence’s passing. May he Rest In Peace!

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