Richard Allan ‘Dick’ Klusmeyer
Richard Allan “Dick” Klusmeyer, 73, of Hannibal, MO, formerly of Mendon, IL died Wednesday, November 18, 2020, after a 9 year battle with cancer. Dick was born on March 28, 1947 in Quincy, IL, the son of William “Bud” and Blanche Klusmeyer. He married Jerri Shupe on January 25, 1970. She survives.
Dick grew up on South 36th Street in Quincy, IL. He was known for his “flattop” haircut that he has had since he was in grade school. Dick attended St. James Grade School until 8th grade and graduated from Quincy High School in 1965. Dick attended college at Missouri S & T, formerly the University of Missouri, Rolla. He graduated with a B.S. in Civil Engineering in 1970 and was a member of the Chi Epsilon Fraternity, a National Honorary Civil Engineering Fraternity. His career started at Gulf Oil in Washington DC. He and his wife Jerri moved home from Virginia in 1971 to take a position as the Assistant County Engineer for the Adams County Highway Department in Quincy, IL. He obtained his Illinois P.E. (Professional Engineer) license in 1975. Dick took over as the Adams County Engineer in 1984. He also served part time as the County Engineer for Brown County from 1978 – 1985. He retired from the Adams County Highway Department after 39 years in 2010.
Dick had multiple awards and honors over his forty year career as an engineer including IL County Engineer in 1983 and 1999. He was inducted into the Academy of Civil Engineers at the University of Missouri Rolla in 2004. One major accomplishment for Adams County under his leadership was the geographical information system (GIS) that launched in 1992. The Adams County GIS was a finalist for the Outstanding Civil Engineering Projects in the nation. Dick helped with the Great Flood of 1993 and served as the Floodplain Manager for Adams County. Dick was known as the guy in the county to “get the job done” and has often been referred to as “Mr. Adams County”.
Dick was a member of many professional organizations and served on several boards. Most recently he was an executive board member of GREDF and on the Port Authority Committee for Quincy, IL.
Dick was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Quincy, IL.
Dick enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports and was a very avid golfer. He always had a project going on at his home and was always helping out friends and family on a project. Dick was always on the go and would spend hours driving around looking at roads. Dick knew every road in Adams County by heart.
Dick is survived by his wife Jerri and his three children, Richard (Sara) Klusmeyer II of Mendon, IL, Seth (Holly) Klusmeyer of Quincy, IL, and his daughter, Alicia (Dave) Weiman of Palmyra, MO. He has six grandchildren, Will (fiancé Brooke Vancil) and Taylor Klusmeyer, Dax Klusmeyer, Ava, Kale and Emelia Weiman.
Also surviving are his mother-in-law Ruby Shupe, sisters Karen Kiefer, Diane Prunty, and Judi (Jim) McKinney.
Numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
Dick was proceeded in death by his parents William and Blanche Klusmeyer, his father-in-law Charles Shupe, his grandson Ethan Weiman, brother Donald Klusmeyer, sister Sherri Killday, and numerous in-laws.
A private funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2020. There will be no visitation due to covid. A public celebration of Dick’s life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jason Kasparie Benefit Account. Services are in care of Duker and Haugh Funeral Home.
We are sorry for your loss!
We are so very sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed being around Dick and his wonderful family who made us feel welcome and supported when we worked in the Unity school district. He will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this difficult time.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I was fortunate to have met Dick tears ago thru the IACE. We have had many laughs, cocktails and golf . Dick and I went to northern California to represent Illinois for IACE/IDOT and managed to make a thorough inspection of the vineyards there. Please accept my sympathy and God’s blessings to the family. Warm regards Dave Dietzel
Dick will always be remembered for his engaging smile, his love of his family, his remarkable public service and his love of golf playing with such professionals as Phil Conover! Dick was a wonderful, wonderful man. My prayers and thoughts to the family…..He is gone too early…..I am sure your heart aches……So very sorry…..God Bless, Mike McClain
So very sorry to the Klusmeyer family for your loss.
We extend our deepest sympathies to the Klusmeyer and Weiman families. The obituary is a beautiful tribute to Dick’s life and legacy.
I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the Klusmeyer family. I knew Dick many years back in Illinois as we both served as County Engineers. We worked on many committees together and shared many good times together. Rest in Peace Richard! Dan Ratermann, Retired Ill. County Engineer
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time. He will be missed by all.
Klusmeyer Family- our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Merline and Rick always kept us updated on Dick’s condition, the Rodeo in memory of Ethan, and all things about your family. May God hold each of you close during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy, Jim & Beth Saelens
Prayers for everyone. It was a long struggle and we will miss him. We will always have our memories…
Our sympathy and condolences to the family. I first meet Dick in 1988 as a new County Engineer. He had the admiration and respect of all and will be missed. God be with you in your time of loss. God Bless! Larry Glasco, County Engineer Retired
Our deepest sympathies to the family. I have known Dick for over 35 years through the Illinois Association of County Engineers. He was a leader and respected by us all. We had many good times together at meetings, social hours, and on the golf course. We will miss him.
I had the pleasure of meeting Dick in the early 80’s as a fellow County Engineer and am fortunate to have called him a friend. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all his family. I will miss him.
Rest in peace, Dick Klusmeyer. Prayers and condolences to the family.
I never saw Dick that he didn’t have a smile on his face. His love for his family always showed through even when he was pulling off your veil Alicia.
Please accept and extend my condolences to the family of Dick Klusmeyer. Dick was a fellow County Engineer. He contributed greatly to the County Engineers Association in Illinois. He championed the use of information technology. He helped me in getting GIS technology launched in Kankakee County. I enjoyed golfing with Dick and will miss his enthusiastic outlook on life even in the midst of trial. Warm regards. Jim Piekarczyk, County Engineer (Retired)
We were friends from the 9th grade on.– an smart guy and loyal friend. May his memory be eternal!
Ray and I are so sorry for the death of Dick.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We’re so sorry for your loss. May God hold your family in his arms throughout this difficult time.
So sorry to hear this news. We had had many good times together most of which I remember. RIP Jon and Jules.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers!
So sorry for your families loss you will be in our prayers.
Richard, Sara and the rest of the extended family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Certainly now will be a time to grieve, but there will be those fond memories of Richard as Grandpa, Dad, Brother, Uncle as well as son-in-law and Mr. Adams County!. Please accept my condolences.
So sorry for your loss. Keeping your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
One of the finest and most effective public servants I ever had the privilege of working with. Dick was instrumental in many important projects that have benefited this region.
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family. I always enjoyed seeing Dick at all the sporting events and having him in our neighborhood.
Richard Seth and Alicia
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father Dick. He was an All American Hometown Hero for all the great projects he did. He took so much pride in his work, and volunteer efforts. I really appreciated knowing him. Your Dad will be missed here on earth but he will be added to Heavens treasure chest of Jewels looking down on earth and shining brightly from Heaven. He will most likely be looking over all the road projects. Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
Greg Sherri Trevor Jonathan Sandidge
Amy Sandidge
Zach and Cassandra Nevins
Sharon Sandidge
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.