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Albert E. Deppe

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Mr. Albert E. Deppe, age 69 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., died Thursday, June 16, 2011, at his home. Al was born April 4, 1942, in Bay, Mo., the son of August C. and Florence Marie Helmich Deppe. He was married on November 21, 1959, in Jefferson City, Mo. to Barbara J. Hollandsworth. A lifelong resident of the Jefferson City area, Al attended Jefferson City Public Schools. He was self-employed contractor with the United States Postal Service for over 25 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church; the Teamsters Local 833; and the United States Bowling Congress. Albert was an avid bowler, who once bowled a perfect score of 300. He also enjoyed working in his yard. Survivors include: his wife of 51 years, Barbara Deppe; one son, Allen E. Deppe of Moberly, Mo.; one sister, Elsie L. Clad of Centertown, Mo.; one grandson, Josh Crocker of Jefferson City, Mo.; and son-in-law, Paul Crocker of Joplin, Mo. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Randy Deppe; and one daughter, Gayle Crocker. Visitation will be at Freeman Mortuary from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Monday, June 20, 2011. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 21, 2011, in the Freeman Chapel with the Reverend Melissa Hatfield officiating. Graveside services and interment will be held at Hawthorn Memorial Gardens. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Published June 19, 2011