Elmer Eugene

Napier

Mr. Elmer Eugene Napier, of Marthasville, MO, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024. He was born on November 15, 1937 in St. Louis, MO to the late Elmer Napier and Evelyn Crafton. Elmer had reached the age of 86 years.

After 16 years, Elmer earned his Masters Degree while working and raising a family. He had a very successful 37 years at McDonnell Douglas, where he started on the production line and transitioned to engineering.  He was united in marriage to Janis Chambers on June 18, 1977 in Augusta, MO. They recently celebrated their 47th anniversary. Elmer enjoyed golfing, gardening and working in his yard. He was a member of the Elks lodge in Washington, MO. Family was the most important thing to him. He rarely missed a school or sporting event for his grandchildren. He loved to joke with his grandchildren by calling them "Creep", or maybe he just couldn't remember their names.  The grandkids often said they were going to be like Grandpa and that made him very proud. Elmer will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend to many.

Elmer Napier was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer Napier and Evelyn Crafton; two children, Patty Napier and Jim Napier; siblings, Mary Lou Napier and Fred Napier. Those who will remain forever grateful for having shared in his life are his loving wife, Janis; his children, Barb Edens and husband Bob, Mike Napier and wife Danielle, Janet Howard and husband Kent, Marty Hollenberg and Julie Trentmann; daughter in law, Brenda Napier; grandchildren, Wendy Graham, Mandy Jones, Sarah Reed, Darrell Keck, Michele Housermann, Jamie Napier, Jeff Napier, Ryan Napier, Matt Napier, David Howard, Kaela Brueggenjohann, Dustin Howard, Cole Trentmann, Jacob Trentmann; 16 great grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren; siblings, Colette Schwendemann (Harlan), Joe Napier (Lula), Ron Napier (Jane) and John Napier; other relatives and many friends.

The Napier Family will host a visitation for Elmer on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Martin Funeral Home in Marthasville. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024 beginning at 10:00 AM, also at the funeral home. Burial will follow at the Augusta City Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to be given to the Franklin County Humane Society or to the Marthasville Fire Department c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main Street, Warrenton, MO 63383. Online condolences may also be given at www.martinfuneral.net