Carl Rudolph Jeschke was born September 21, 1936, in Chicago, IL, to Rudolph and Esther (Brenn) Jeschke – at 2 years of age moved to Melrose Park, IL.  He attended St. Paul Lutheran School and Proviso High School.  He served in the United States Army from November 1959 to November 1965.

He married Sandra Black on February 1, 1969 (56 years).  They moved into their home in Kimberling City, MO, February 1, 2006.

Carl worked in the printing industry most of his working days.  He did take a break for about 5 years and worked at and managed a radio station in Casey, IL.

Carl went to see Jesus on May 18, 2025, with his wife, Sandra at his side.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Esther Greinke, stepfather, Arthur Greinke, father, Rudy, sister, Trudy Lynch, brother-in-law, Bill Lynch, sister, Dottie Meadows and brother-in-law, Ken Colberg.

Carl is survived by his wife, Sandra, sister, Carol Colberg and several nieces and nephews.

Carl was a 50 year member of the Masonic Lodge and a Life member of Medinah Shrine Chicago, IL.  He was past Rajah of Southern Stone County Shrine Club.  He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Kimberling City and served as trustee for several years.

In his younger days he enjoyed his motorcycles and of course his corvette.  He will always be remembered for his jokes.

The family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Stumpff Funeral Chapel, Kimberling City, MO.  Masonic Rites will begin at 11:30 a.m.., followed by the funeral service on Thursday, at the Stumpff Funeral Chapel.  Burial will follow in the Philibert Cemetery, Kimberling City, MO.  The family suggests memorials to the Calvary Baptist Church (5626 Joe Bald Road, Kimberling City, MO  65686) and/or Table Rock Lodge #680, P.O. Box 426, Kimberling City, MO  65686).  Arrangements are under the direction of the Stumpff Funeral Home, Kimberling City, MO.