David Lyle Bloss, 82 of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away March 22, 2024.
Born March 3,1942 in Kidder, Missouri, David was the son of Robert and Dorothy (Puterbaugh) Bloss. David married his wife Linda Lanham in 1990. He started his working career as a computer operator for the Union Pacific Railroad and then spent many years working for Bestgen Construction before retiring.
He loved all sports, enjoyed a good game of cards, and never missed a good horse race. He kept active; even after retirement you could often find him working on his son’s farm and he was instrumental in transforming the grounds from a tangled mess into a park-like setting. His routine most days included visits to the VFW where he met up with friends, shared a few beers, and lots of stories.
Throughout his life, David maintained an open generous heart, a patient and gentle spirit, and a great sense of humor. Compassionate and thoughtful, he treasured his time with his wife and kids, a driving force in his life.
David endured multiple surgeries and therapies in pursuit of his health after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in early 2022. Despite the wearying regimens and setbacks, he continued meeting with his friends most Thursday afternoons until no longer able. He kept a quiet inner strength, a loving kindness and faithful optimism, rallying time and time again against the odds. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his son David Bloss II and brother, Jimmy Bloss.
He is survived by his wife Linda, daughter-in-law, Angela Bloss, sons Brent (Lee Ann) Bloss, Eric Bloss, Dennis Smith, Bronson Herring; daughters Rachel Turner (Mark), Regina Kretzer (Karl); siblings Mary Lou Custer, Jerry (Lucky) Bloss, Joe (Mary) Bloss, Linda Smoot (Gary), Bobby (Denise) Bloss, Richard (Clara) Bloss and sister-in-law Shirley Bloss; eleven grandchildren, Josh Bloss, Julia Bloss, Mitchell Bloss, Avery Bloss, Carson Turner, Shadren Turner, Hannah Herring, Charles Herring, Austin Kretzer, Deshon Kretzer, Devon Smilh; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Public Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends at 11:30 A.M., Holt’s across the street from Pop’s Place, 239 Illinois Avenue, St. Joseph, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Mosaic Life Care Foundation to the Cancer Center or the St. Joseph Animal Shelter. Online guestbook and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.
