Randy S. Brunkhorst

RANDY S. BRUNKHORST , 64, of Ruma, Illinois, passed away at 6:25 pm, Sunday, May 4, 2025, in rural Monroe County, Illinois.

He was born to Leroy and Lois (nee Leeper) Brunkhorst on October 4, 1960, in Red Bud, Illinois.

Randy married Sandra “Sandy” Juelfs on October 21, 1989, in Red Bud, Illinois; she preceded him in death on October 12, 2012. Randy then married Gina Reinhold on July 4, 2023, in Ruma, Illinois; she survives.

He had worked for the teamsters in construction at Baxmeyer Construction for 10 years.

Randy attended Life Church X in Columbia, Illinois. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and deer hunting, but most of all, Randy loved spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors:
Wife:

Gina Brunkhorst Ruma, IL

Mother:

Lois Brunkhorst Chester, IL

2 Children:

Josh (Heather) Brunkhorst Red Bud, IL
Nicole (Brett) Hale Doniphan, MO

2 Step-Daughters:

Jessa Montroy Ruma, IL
Jaydian Montroy (Chase Young) Ruma, IL

1 Daughter-in-law:

Maryanna Wienbroeer-Brunkhorst Denver, CO

3 Grandchildren:

Kaliana, Kaisley, and Keegan Brunkhorst

2 Sisters:

Cindy Brunkhorst Chester, IL
Rhonda Brunkhorst Sparta, IL

Fur-Babies:

Harley David, Milo James, and Maddie Mae

Several Brothers-in-law, Sisters-in-law, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends.

Preceded in death by: Father, Wife – Sandy, 1 Son – Todd Anthony Brunkhorst, 1 Step-Son – Alec Ninker, In-Laws – Gene & Shirley Juelfs, and 2 Nieces – Kim & Beth Guebert

Funeral Service:

2:00 pm, Saturday, May 10, 2025
Pechacek Funeral Homes, Red Bud, Illinois

Officiating:

Claude Easter

Visitation:

Saturday – 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Pechacek Funeral Homes, Red Bud, Illinois

It was Randy’s wish to be cremated after the service. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at Boondocks Tavern in Modoc, Illinois immediately after the Funeral Service.

Memorials:

College Fund for his grandchildren and checks can be made payable to Josh Brunkhorst or Nicole Hale