In Remembrance Of
Charley West
Charles Everett West passed away on February 16, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on January 21, 1936, in the Edgerton, MO area to JC and Opal (Waters) West. As a young man, Charley was actively involved in 4-H while growing up on the family farm.
Charley graduated from Gower High School in 1954, where he was a member of FFA and played football. Upon graduation, Charley served for 2 years in the Missouri Air National Guard.
On November 3, 1956, he married Karen (Loutermilch) West, and together they built their home in the Edgerton/Gower area. They later purchased a farm, where they raised their seven children. Charley and Karen shared 67 years of marriage, celebrating their anniversary in November 2023. They spent 50 of those years on the farm they loved so much.
Charley was a devoted member of Frazier Baptist Church, where he took great joy in serving as a deacon, teaching Sunday School, and visiting his deacon families. He was deeply involved in the church community, participating in Bible studies, prayer groups, and fellowship gatherings, forming many lifelong friendships. Charley also served as a board member for Hebron Cemetery in Buchanan County.
In his professional life, Charley spent 30 years working for TWA while also managing the family farm. After retiring in 1992, he continued farming and became a caregiver to many friends and family members, offering his help wherever it was needed.
Charley was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Karen (Loutermilch) West, his parents JC and Opal West, his brother Jerry D. West, and his daughter Gina Rae West.
He is survived by his children: Dee (John) Moore of Edgerton, MO; Roben (Jeff) Tebbenkamp of Republic, MO; Jayme (Roger) Evans of St. Joseph, MO; Andrea (Tim) Edwards of Kimberling City, MO; Natalie West of Liberty, MO; and Jeff (LeaAnn) West of Bolivar, MO. Charley is also survived by his siblings: Larry West of St. Joseph, MO; Carl (Nancy) West of Gladstone, MO; and Kay (Ron) Jackson of Easton, MO, along with 19 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Frazier Baptist Church in Frazier, MO. The funeral service will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Frazier Baptist Church, with interment at Hebron Cemetery in Gower, MO, at a later date. All arrangements are entrusted to Hixon-Klein Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gower Convalescent Center in Gower, MO, in memory of Charley West.
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Service Details
11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 1st at Frazier Baptist Church, Agency, MO
6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, February 28th at Frazier Baptist Church, Agency, MO
Comments & condolences
9 comments
Becky Russell Yager
So sorry for your loss.
Had gotten to know Charley while he was living at Gower Convalescent Center and enjoyed visiting with him. He always was trying to make us smile. He will be missed during Monday bible studies.
Gene Snyder
Natalie, Larry, Kay, Carl and the West family. My condolences and will always have a smile when I think of your Dad and brother. He was a friend and customer with a smile every time I was around him.
Mark & Helen Kelsey
To all of my cousins, we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. Charlie will greatly missed.
Shannon Skaggs
Natalie and family,
So sorry to read about your sweet dad. I know he is with the Lord and your mom, and what a comfort that is.
“When we all get to Heaven, what a day of rejoicing that will be!!”
Love, Shannon
Amy (Harris) Doepke
I am so sorry for your loss.
Karla (Pulliam) Austin
Dee and Family,
I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. Charley was such a kind person. I appreciate how much time he spent visiting my dad, especially when he was in the nursing home. My heart and prayers go out to all of you.
Shirley Reynolds
My deepest sympathy goes out to all the families! Always loved his smile
Ralph and Lisa (Wickam) Landis
Charley was a very kind man. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Pam Barreth
Charlie was a one of a kind guy. He blessed our family by visiting my parents and then mom when dad was gone. Those visits were greatly appreciated. His family is a testimony to God’s love to others. Please give Karen and Gina a kiss when you see them.