Pamela Ann Kerby
Pamela Ann Kerby, 64, of Sullivan, MO, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023, in Sullivan. Born on Christmas day in 1958 in St. Louis, MO, Pam was a woman of great strength, known for her generous and creative spirit.
Pam spent her formative years on the Jannings family farm, surrounded by the rural beauty of Bourbon, MO. She attended school locally, graduating from Bourbon High School in 1977.
She married Everett Kerby, and their union was blessed with two children, Joshua and Jamie. Although their marriage eventually ended in divorce, Pam remained a devoted mother, prioritizing her family above all else. She later found love again with Bob Klaeger, her companion of 35 years, with whom she shared a daughter, Sarah.
Pam's personal life was characterized by her hard work and dedication. She spent many years working for Aeromark, distributing magazines to businesses throughout the region. Pam took pleasure in the relationships she built with her customers and enjoyed meeting new people. Above all, she cherished her role as a homemaker, dedicating her time and energy to raising her children.
Her passion for music led her to Bob, and together they spent countless hours enjoying the rhythm of life. Pam was a woman of many interests. She loved camping and embarking on float trips, and she was a talented craftswoman, always eager to create something new. However, her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren, whom she treasured deeply.
Pam was a generous soul, always prioritizing the needs of others before her own. She was a fun-loving, independent woman who enjoyed life to the fullest. Her creativity was only surpassed by her generosity, and she touched the lives of many with her kindness.
Pam is survived by her companion, Bob Klaeger; her children, Joshua Kerby of Babylon, NY, Jamie Kerby Schaffer of Panama City, FL and Sarah Klaeger of Sullivan; her grandchildren: Tristan Kerby of Jacksonville, FL, Chloee Bacon and Colton Bacon both of Panama City, and Taitum Salvio of St. Peters, MO; her brothers, Tim Jannings of Gerald, MO, Danny Joe Jannings and Mike Jannings and wife, Shelley all of Bourbon; her nephews and niece, Matt, Shane, Cory, and Nikki Jannings; and numerous cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Pam was preceded in death by her parents, Stephen and Evelyn Jannings; her children, Josh & Jamie’s father, Everett Kerby; and her nephew, Mitchell Jannings.
Services will be 6:00 PM, Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the Eaton Funeral Home of Sullivan, MO with Pastor Chad Wisdom officiating. Cremation arrangements have taken place and a private inurnment will be at Crossroads Cemetery at a later date.
Visitation will be 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the Eaton Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be given in Pam’s memory to the Crossroads Cemetery in Leasburg, MO.
Friends may share condolences with Pam’s family online at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Sullivan.