Lanny Ross Steinkamp

Lanny Ross Steinkamp, age 80, of Belle passed away March 1, 2023, at Capital Region Hospital, while surrounded by loved ones.

He was born on September 21, 1942, in Union, Mo., a son to the late Orvil and Margie Steinkamp.

On November 19, 1966, he was united in marriage to Alma Marie (Picker) at the First Baptist Church in Belle. Lanny was a father to one son, Shawn, and grandfather to Noah Carlson.

Lanny attended high school in Eureka, Mo. After school, he went to work in manufacturing making various products throughout his career including pharmaceutical, soda machines, coolers, and nursing home furniture. During his career he also worked in maintenance at Trinity Lutheran middle school and Capital Mall both in Jefferson City, Mo.

After retirement, Lanny became an avid collector of antiques, collectible cards, coins, and stamps. He enjoyed watching western movies particularly John Wayne and WWE wrestling with his mom Margie while having the TV volume at 100 decibels. In between computer games, watching TV, and searching for collectables online, he always made time to visit his local Casey’s multiple times a day to pick up his favorite slushie and socialized with what it felt like an hour.

Lanny was a devoted husband of 56 years, father, and grandfather. He had a unique personality always making jokes and pestering individuals along the way. He really enjoyed spending time with his grandson, nieces and nephews and thought the world of them.

Lanny is survived by: his wife, Marie, son, Shawn and (Janelle Smith), and grandson Noah Carlson.

Visitation for Lanny will be on Monday, March 6, 2023, at Sassmann’s Chapel in Belle from 5:00 p.m.~ 7:00 p.m.

Funeral Services will be on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the First Baptist Church in Belle beginning at 10:00 a.m. with Chris Cook officiating. Interment will be in the Pilot Knob Church Cemetery.