Jerry Lee Niehaus, 63, of Litchfield, died Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, at his residence.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Mr. Niehaus was born April 18, 1960, a son of Marvin William and Nancy Lea (Odem) Niehaus. He and the former Tammy Renee Benton were married April 11, 1980 in Hillsboro, and she survives.
He was a construction laborer with Laborers Locals #42 and #110 in St. Louis, MO. Mr. Niehaus was a lifetime member of the Litchfield Moose Lodge 1634, AmVets, and ABATE-Shoal Creek Chapter. He enjoyed playing poker, pool league, riding his motorcycle, fishing and golf.
In addition to his wife, Tammy, Mr. Niehaus is survived by his mother, Nancy (Tom Burrow) Niehaus of Mt. Olive; two daughters, Sheila Hartnett of Wood River and Sara Niehaus of Litchfield; two brothers, Charles “Tody” (Tam) Niehaus and Jim Rowland, both of Litchfield and sister, Lori Rowland of Hillsboro; five grandchildren, Matthew (Lauren) Hartnett, Jr., Marcus Hartnett, Austin Niehaus, Mason Hartnett and Onna Hartnett; and one great-grandson, Levi Hartnett.
Mr. Niehaus was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Niehaus; his step-father, Neil Rowland; his brother, Timothy S. Rowland; and a grandson, Christopher Meyer, Jr.
Memorials are suggested to the family of Jerry L. Niehaus.
Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield is in charge of arrangements. To leave an online condolence, to light a virtual candle, or for more information, please visit www.plummerfuneralservices.com.
