Lee M. Wehmeier

Lee M. Wehmeier, Sr. of Saint Charles, Missouri, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at the age of 98. He was the beloved husband of 71 years to Elsie Wehmeier and the cherished son of the late William and Clair Wehmeier. Lee was a devoted father to Lee (Susan) Wehmeier, Jr., Gary (Micki) Wehmeier, Nick (Christine) Wehmeier, Kent (Kris) Wehmeier, and Carolyn Jenkins (Troy Carter). He was a loving grandfather to Lindsay Wehmeier, Jordan (Connor) Jenisch, Kirsten Wehmeier, Max Wehmeier, Alec (Mia) Wehmeier, Stephanie (Josh) Shepard, Andrew (Shelly) Wehmeier, Kristen Wehmeier, Alesandra (Nicole) Wehmeier, and Stefan Wehmeier. Lee was preceded in death by his siblings June (Johnny) Munzert, Clarence (Eleanor) Wehmeier, Ray (Ruth) Wehmeier, and Alyn (Betty) Wehmeier.

Lee had a deep love for the outdoors and spent much of his free time and retirement farming, camping, and traveling. Known for his remarkable ability to fix just about anything, he was always ready to lend a helping hand to neighbors, friends, and family. Family remained at the center of his life. He worked as an engineer at McDonnell Douglas and later Boeing, was active in Boy Scouting, and was a longtime member of First St. Charles United Methodist Church. A World War II-era Army veteran, Lee carried a lifelong spirit of service and dedication. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.