Bertie Fae Westermann, 74, Owensville, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Stonebridge of Owensville.
She was born Aug. 26, 1951, to the late Jessie “Bert” and Della Louise (Carwile) Lange in Jefferson City.
She was united in marriage to Richard Westermann Feb. 27, 1970, in Belle.
Bertie loved to sew. She was often in her sewing room making repairs to pants of neighboring farmers or helping young ladies with fitting and adjusting their prom dresses.
Bertie also was a great cook. She was well known throughout the Woollam community for her delicious pies, casseroles, homemade rolls and so much more.
Spending time with her kids and grandkids was her greatest passion.
Bertie also enjoyed researching ancestry and arts and crafts.
She was preceded in death by parents, Jesse and Della; and sister, Peggy Crowder.
She is survived by husband, Richard of their home; son, Darrin Westermann with wife Lisa of Olathe, Colo.; and daughter, Amy Merrill with husband James of Sand Springs, Okla.; and grandchildren, Cameron and Tanner Westermann and Alexandra and Amelia Hubbard.
Visitation will be held from 9 until 11 a.m, (today) Wednesday, July 8, followed by Funeral services at Belle Community Church in Belle, with Pastor Kevin Runge officiating. Interment will be in Countryside Memorial Gardens in Owensville.
Any memorials sent will be distributed between Gasconade Manor and Stonebridge.
Arrangements entrusted to Gottenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville.
