Gerard Joseph Eiken, 66, Taos, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at his residence.
He was born March 1, 1956, to Harold Vincent and Theresa Bernadine (Brandt) Eiken in Jefferson City.
He was a 1974 graduate of Helias Catholic High School.
Gerard worked for Modine as a production supervisor retiring after over 40 years of service.
He enjoyed hunting, bird watching, gardening, taking trips with his kids to watch NASCAR racing and working with his son in the shop. Gerard was also a gun collector and talented welder.
He was preceded in death by mother, Theresa Eiken; and sisters, Karen Bruemmer and Pamela Eiken.
Gerard is survived by father, Harold Eiken of Holts Summit; children, Amanda Powers and husband Jake of Linn; Matthew Eiken and wife Renata of Smithville; grandchildren, Jason and Joshua Powers; siblings, Randy Eiken and wife Shelley, Lori Haller and husband Todd and Shelly Wieberg and husband Chris, all of Jefferson City; and brother-in-law, Gary Bruemmer and wife Lora.
Funeral service was held Saturday, March 4, at Trimble Funeral Homes with the Rev. I.C. Medina officiating. Interment was in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial contributions suggested to the American Heart Association.
Arrangements entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes in Jefferson City.
