Paul Luetkenhaus died peacefully in his sleep on December 14th at the age of 71. Beloved husband for 50 years to Jane Luetkenhaus; devoted father of Beth (Eric) Holland and Tom (Angie) Luetkenhaus; grandfather to Ashley and Breanna Holland; Tristen and Makayla Luetkenhaus; dear brother of Joan Thro, Vince (Sharon) Luetkenhaus, and Steve (Janet) Luetkenhaus; brother-in-law of Jenny Holt, Margie Bextermueller, John (Glenda) Bextermueller, Marilyn Huessmann, Pat (Rita) Prinster, and Pete (Brenda) Neumann. He is preceded in death by his parents John G. Luetkenhaus, Sr. and Anna A. Luetkenhaus; Brother, John G. Luetkenhaus, Jr.; brothers-in-law Moe Thro, Glennon Bextermueller, Vernon Huessmann, Don Bextermueller, and Paul Bextermueller .
Paul enjoyed dancing with the Sho-Me Shufflers and playing cards. He loved fishing with son, playing golf, and being outside taking care of the lawn. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Paul especially loved spending time with grandkids and going to their activities.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Friends of St. Charles Birthright or American Cancer Society.