Brandon was a devoted husband and father to five children: Jaden Donald, 18; Brayden McKell, 13; Isaac Jayce, 9; Bentley Ryder, 7; and Brynleigh Hope Marie, 3. His family was an incredibly important part of his life.
Anyone who knew Brandon knew how much he loved to laugh and joke. He had a contagious laugh and a way of bringing positivity into even the hardest situations. No matter what was happening, Brandon was always the one reminding his family, “We’re okay.” There never seemed to be anything he couldn’t figure out!
Brandon truly had the biggest heart. He loved people, and there wasn’t a person he met that he couldn’t find something to love about. He cared so deeply, loved deeply, and gave that love freely to the people around him. Above all, Brandon loved God and knew Jesus Christ as his Savior. His family finds comfort in knowing that his faith was part of who he was and that his relationship with God carried him throughout his life. His children will grow up carrying pieces of their dad with them, and the love he gave his family will remain a part of them for the rest of their lives.
Brandon is survived by his wife, Brianna Steele; his children, Jaden, Brayden, Isaac, Bentley, and Brynleigh; his father, Kent Steele; his siblings, Sharee Wilson and her husband, Jason Wilson; Dustin Steele and his wife, Kara Steele; Jeremy Steele; and Chantalle Hess and her husband, William Hess; nieces and nephews he would never want to leave out!! Bailee Rasmussen, Tristen Rasmussen, Trae Rasmussen, Braxton Rasmussen, Duke Landers, Parker Wilson, Ryler Wilson, Haedon Wilson, Kaizlee Steele, Jaizlynn Steele, Jadon Hopkins, Ryley Steele, Aleigha Brooks, Nova Steele, Jocelyn Hess, Autumn Hess, Aubree Hess, William Hess, and Jaxon Hess, as well as many other family members and friends who loved him deeply.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Pam Steele, and his Grandma, Dolores Aiken.
Brandon’s life ended far too soon, but the impact of his 41 years cannot be measured simply by time. He will be deeply missed, endlessly loved, and forever remembered. And just as Brandon reminded his family so many times throughout his life: “We’re okay.”
Memorial services were held September 25, 2026, at Sheldon Baptist Church, Sheldon, MO with Dr. Jerod Lamb officiating.
Art was born on January 5, 1937, in Monroe, South Dakota, to Frank and Olive (Wintrode) Schlumpberger.
Art graduated from Parkston, South Dakota, High School in 1955. He received a scholastic scholarship from South Dakota State University but decided to join the Naval Reserve. Art served two years of active duty as a radarman.
After serving in the Navy, he pursued an education in computer science but found that working with his hands brought him greater joy. He stayed in Parkston, South Dakota, and began a career in home building.
On April 18, 1959, Art married Joan E. (Sudbeck) at Sacred Heart Parish in Parkston, South Dakota. Art and Joan celebrated 67 years of marriage this year.
In 1960, they moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where he worked for Massman Construction Co. as a commercial carpenter.
He worked for Massman Construction Co. building the new college campus of Avila University. Upon completion of the building of Avila University, President Sr. Olive Louise offered him the position of Director of Buildings and Grounds. Art accepted this position and continued taking correspondence courses as they pertained to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and anything needed to perform his job well. Art was a pursuer of knowledge and continued to be so until his very last day.
In 1999, a new maintenance building was constructed on the Avila University campus in honor of Art’s 35 years of dedicated service and was named The Schlumpberger Facility.
He was very involved with the Knights of Columbus, serving as a council member of the O’Hara Council #4387. He participated in many construction projects for the council and his church, Saint Catherine of Siena Parish in South Kansas City, Missouri.
There wasn’t much that Art couldn’t fix, and he was constantly being called upon to do so. His talents were unlimited and will be greatly missed.
After moving to Harrisonville, the couple enjoyed spending time with friends, dancing at venues surrounding their community, working out and playing cards at the community center, and serving at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. Art also enjoyed playing golf, and he never ran out of good jokes.
Art Schlumpberger went to meet his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, in Harrisonville, Missouri, at the age of 89.
He is survived by his wife, Joan; his children, Brenda Honeycutt of Oak Grove, Missouri, Natalie (Allen) Belcher of Lincoln, Nebraska, Jeff (Kristin) Schlumpberger of Liberty, Missouri, Greg (Susan) Schlumpberger of South Jordan, Utah, and Julie (Eric) Neill of Freeman, Missouri; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and one brother, Francis (Mary) Schlumpberger of Rapid City, South Dakota.
He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Tiffane; great-grandson, Dylan; three sisters, Joan, Anita, and Rita; and three brothers, LeRoy, Dennis, and Bernard.
A Funeral Mass will be held Monday, September 28, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Harrisonville, Missouri. The Rosary will begin at 9:30 a.m., with visitation to follow until Funeral Mass.
Graveside with Military Service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery in Raytown, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions be made to the Harrisonville Community Center, and sent in care to Dickey Funeral Home P.O. Box 432 Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.
Grew up loving the outdoors whether hunting squirrel, rabbit or deer. Or fishing the local ponds creeks and rivers. This was just a part of life in rural Missouri that he happily embraced.
Graduated from Couch High school on May the 8th 1952. Albert had attended the Cotton Creek FWB church since a child and surrendered his life to Christ at revival.
Found the love of his life in the girl next door, Bernice McGhee and married her on June 20th, 1953. Albert and Bernice briefly resided at 2220 Eighth St. in Kansas City, Missouri. With the on going conflict in Korean believed it better to join then wait to be drafted. He joined the United States Army on November 17, 1953. He had artillery training at Fort Sill Oklahoma. Before departing to Korea. He was able to see their first child, Joan.
While in Korea he studied meteorology and had hoped someday to make it a career. He also made two good friends that he later loved to recount stories about.
Upon his return, they moved to Pocahontas, Arkansas, where he worked for Borden’s Dairy. During that time they added Debra, Preston (Albert Jr.) and Cindy. He and Bernice also suffered loss when Patrick Keith their second son was stillborn.
With an ever growing family Albert decided to move Kansas City area for a better job. Albert worked a few years for Foremost Dairy then moved on to Wonder Bread at the urging of his cousin Joe Payne. Melissa was born while they were living in the Kansas City, and then Amanda and Kathy in Independence. The attended Berean FWB church of Independence. Later, they moved to Grandview, and Shannon the last of their children was born. Albert retired from Wonder Bread after some 20 odd years delivering bread to Kansas stores. They attended Central FWB church. They later moved to Belton, and attended Belton FWB church. Albert worked a few years at Foxwood Springs before retiring again. They formed many lasting friendships with fellow members at both churches. Later, they followed Brother Gene Howell to Harvest FWB church in Raymore in his church planting effort.
In 2009 they moved back to southern Missouri and made a home in Alton. Making many new friends at the Alton FWB church and reconnecting with good friend and relative Mike Crawford
Albert and Bernice were so close that they had to have heart surgery within a month of each other.
They had a long lasting love. They were able to celebrate their 70th anniversary before Bernice departed in 2023.
They loved to argue and tease one another quite often but were quite inseparable. He now joins her after three years and one day. Their favorite verse was Isaiah 41:31, "But they who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up on wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary and they shall walk, and not faint."
Albert is preceded in death by wife Bernice McGhee, his parents, Ralph & Minnie Payne ; sons, Patrick Keith Payne and Albert P Payne Jr. and daughter, Debra Dean and his brother Allen Payne.
Albert is survived his sister Lois (Roy) Diamond, sister-in-law Joyce Payne and Margie Gall, daughters Shannon Everitt, Kathy Sheffer, Amanda Vail (Jeff), Melissa Bagby (Jim), Cindy McNay (Jon), Joan Murphy (Brad). Son-in-law Tom Dean and daughter-in-law Pam (Painter) Payne nieces Jennifer (Bill) Haley, Melinda (Sean) Smith and nephews John & Steve Coddington plus other nieces and nephews from Bernice's family.
Grandchildren: Ayreona & Luna Everitt, Keith Payne - Kaitlyn (Stephen) Le, Annie (Matt) Zeets - Cayla (Brady) Tarwater, Scott (Anna) McNay - Christy (Cham) Meek, Abby (Luke) Comstock - Justin Payne, Stephanie & Andrew Dean, Patrick & Robert Murphy.
Great grandchildren: Sawyer Le, Alex & Issac Tarwater, Arowyn & Teagan Meek, Connor - Delaney - Ruby - Stella McNay, Preston - Charlie - Knox - Gus Payne, Duncan & Cannon Comstock, Zac - Riley - Colton Murphy
Funeral Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri with interment at Cotton Creek Cemetery, Couch, Missouri
Visitation will be held 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.
Graveside Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Cotton Creek Cemetery, Couch, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Croix Hospice and send in care to Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.
Curt loved the outdoors and loved being active. He graduated from Harrisonville High School in 2020. He participated in Track and also loved swimming and gave himself the name “White Torpedo”. He loved Skiing, Fishing, and playing on the Trampoline. Boating with his family was one of his favorite pastimes.
Curt was a devoted father to his son Jackson. Every outing was an adventure; Curtis made sure of it!
Though his life was short; he lived it to the fullest. His smile and laughter were infectious. Though he had a serious side, one of his best traits was the ability to make others laugh, whether through stories or silly antics.
He leaves behind a two-year-old son, Jackson Reed, his father Markus Reed, Step-Mother Stacy Reed, Paternal Grandmother Linda Reed, a sister Katelyn Wright, a brother Kahylor Reed, a half-brother Kyle Brown, and two step-brothers Chase Elersic and Dominic Elersic.
