Kimberly A. Townlain

Kimberly Ann Stoecklein Townlain, age 59 of Pilot Grove, MO, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family and friends.

Kim was born July 19, 1963, in Boonville, MO to Gene and Janet (Boehm) Stoecklein.  She was a 1981 graduate of Pilot Grove High School.  On June 13, 1987, she was united in marriage to Jim Townlain at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pilot Grove.

Kim was an avid Pilot Grove Tigers fan.  She kept score for countless teams over countless seasons.  She was known as Momma Kim to all of her “kids,” and she loved them all. In addition to being a PG Tigers fan, she cherished attending her nieces’ and nephews’ activities, including everything from showing livestock to any sporting event they participated in.  She was a leader in the PG FFA Alumni Association where she organized many events. Kim was employed at the University of Missouri School of Journalism for 25 years.

Kim never forgot a birthday or special occasion with a card. She was also active in her parish, including teaching Confirmation classes. Along with her many activities, Kim was a family person.  She very much enjoyed family gatherings, especially Sunday dinner at mom’s and vacations to Lake Taneycomo.

She was preceded in death by her dad, Gene in 2009, and son, Anthony Dean Townlain, in 2005.  She is survived by her husband, Jim, and her sons, Dustin Andrew Townlain (fiancé McKalie Lorenz) and Matthew Everett Townlain (Hannah); grandson Tucker James on the way. She is also survived by her mother, Janet, and brothers, Brad Stoecklein (Suzy) and Andy Stoecklein (Rhonda).  In addition, she is survived by her nieces and nephews, Ryan (Coree) Stoecklein, Katy (Bryce) McDonald, Dalton and Marysa Stoecklein and great niece, Callie Stoecklein.

Prayers of the Rosary will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday, July 21, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pilot Grove, with visitation to follow until 7:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to: St. Joseph School Foundation, Pilot Grove Booster Club, Pilot Grove FFA Alumni Association

Arrangements are in the care of Meisenheimer-Page-Dady Funeral Home in Pilot Grove.