In Remembrance Of
Joe Pflugradt
Joseph Lawrence Pflugradt, 82, of Gower, MO passed away November 19, 2024.
He was born on September 13, 1942, to Andrew William and Lillie Mae (Simpson) Pflugradt in St. Joseph, MO where he grew up and attended Benton High School. Joe joined the United
States Navy where he achieved the rank of Petty Officer 2nd Class during his first enlistment. He served on the USS North Hampton CC-1 known as the “Floating White House” and was part of the naval blockade for the Cuban Missile Crisis. After his honorable discharge he returned to the St. Joseph area.
On November 1, 1963, he was united in marriage to Sharon Kay Calloway. After their marriage they lived in Easton, MO for 27 years. In 1990 they moved to Gower, MO where he made his “Mountain on the Hilltop” home.
Joe worked for General Motors in Fairfax he built homes and later retired as a boiler operator from St. Joseph Light and Power after 42 years of service.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid East Buchanan Sports fan, especially the Lady Bulldogs Softball Team. He was known for his many walks around the Gower area. Most of all he loved his family and being “PaPa Joe”.
Joe was preceded in death his parents Andy and Lillie; and his siblings Lillian Stevens, Andy Jr. Pflugradt, Henry Pflugradt, Sr., Dorothy Seevers, Larry Pflugradt and Mike Pflugradt; and his son Joseph “Little Joe” Pflugradt.
He is survived by his wife Sharon Pflugradt; daughter Cindy Gordan, Jody (Deron) Adkins and Andrea (Randy) Reiley; grandchildren Jarrod, Erica, Ashley, Hunter (Alex), Hannah Jo (Taylor), Nick (Kasey) and Kinna (Kyle); great- Theodore, Cassius, Logan Joseph, Vivian and Nolan; numerous nieces and nephews including Jay Pflugradt, other relatives and many friends.
Military Honors with Funeral Service 3:00 p.m. with visitation following the service until 6:00 p.m. Friday, November 22nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
Inurnment will be held later at St. Jospeh Catholic Church, Easton, MO.
Donations may be made to Megan’s Paws and Claws c/o City of Smithville
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Amy clary
sorry for the loss of uncle Joe. I wish I were there to celebrate his life with you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen Farnell
Unfortunately I wasn’t blessed with knowing you. However, I know your beloved nephew Jay. If you were anything like Jay, you were an honorable, God Fearing, strong but kind man.
I am genuinely sorry for your passing. I will do my best to honor your lifetime of service today. Thank you for your service and sacrifice for your Country. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Rose Hitz
Sending love & hugs as you celebrate a life so well lived. What great memories to see all the pictures & notes about Papa Joe💜
Kristin Stitt
Dear Andrea, Jody, and family;
We hurt for you and are so sorry for your loss. I know your Dad was a special guy and remember how each of you had such a look of pride and joy when you talked about and were around your parents. Take care of one another, and know we are sending you love from Alabama. Kristin, James and Ellis
Ron Kretzer
so sorry for your loss sending prayers and hugs
Trish
Andrea & Jody…..I’m sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. Love & miss you both.
Janet Hughes Jones
I’m so sorry for your loss
Chuck&Stacy Adkins
Sorry for your loss prayers to all family members.
Kim Pflugradt
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.🙏