A Special Section
Featuring Local Family Businesses
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Family Ties
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Special section dedicated to locally owned family businesses This week the Gasconade County Republican is proud to present our second “Family Ties” edition, a salute to Locally Owned Family Businesses. Local business owners and operators are the cornerstone of a successful community. They have not only chose to live in our community, but have also made a significant investment here, proving not only services, but also jobs needed by our local residents. The local business owner is much more than just a corporate image. He is our
friend and neighbor. She is sitting next to us at church on Sunday and at the basketball game on Friday night. They are active in civic groups and proudly support local fund-raisers and groups. Our local business owners are those who truly make our town unique. The owners of the business featured in this section are proud to be a part of our community. We encourage you to show your support for all they do for the area by taking advantage of all they have to offer.
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The Schlottach Family acquired the neighboring Roethemeyer Farm in 2004, planted their first vineyard, and restored the old house naming it The White Mule. The Roethemeyer family was one of the last of the old time farm families in the area still using a pair of white mules to farm their land into the 1980’s. The mules had a favored pasture right along a sharp curve on Highway 50 allowing local truckers to dub the curve “White Mule Curve”.
The Schlottach Family; Gus, Grace, Charlie, Karen, & Woody
The White Mule Bed & Breakfast is a turn of the century farmstead house that is located in the heart of wine country in central Missouri. The winery has utilized an existing barn and several 100+ year reconstructed barns to create a unique atmosphere that gives way to a better understanding of the traditions and values of a time worth reminiscing.
2087 Hwy. 50 ~ Owensville, MO • 573-764-4800 • www.WhiteMuleWinery.com
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A part of 1st Street in Downtown Owensville for 25 years! In 1988 Doris J. Brand started preparing taxes in a small corner office at 207 N. 1st Street. Her daughter, Cathy Hinson joined her in business in 2001. Cathy has 30 years experience in accounting and taxes. She has been enrolled to practice before the Internal Revenue Service since 1999. In 2012 they moved down the street to a larger location at 215 N. 1st Street. DJB can help you with all your accounting and tax needs including payroll and financial statements for all individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts. 215 N. First street • OweNsville, MO 65066 (across from Owensville Theater)
573-437-7400
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the Josts of JOST TIRE CO. Frances and the late Gwynn Jost opened Jost Tire Co. in Feb. 1955 in a small shop on Second Street, just across from today’s Post Office. The business quickly grew and on Oct. 6, 1955 Gwynn and Fran purchased the Ficke Dairy at 206 E Peters Ave from E.A. Ficke and Pearl Ficke. Both of their sons, Ron and Don, worked in the business after the completion of their education. In 1978 they built a new larger building at the corner of Peters Ave & Cuba Street. In 2003, Don and Suzie Jost purchased the business from Frances Jost and Ron Jost. Don and Suzie’s son Matthew returned from college in 2005 and began working with his parents to grow the business. Since the semi-retirement of Don and Suzie, Matthew has assumed the management role and has become the third generation to run Jost Tire Co. In 2011, Ron’s son-in-law Steve Baehr, returned to the tire business and is now the sales manager. The tire business continues to meet their customers need today at 116 E Peters Ave. In addition to car, truck and tractor tires, they offer custom exhaust, brakes, farm service, plus full service oil changes with free pick-up.
116 E. PETERS AVE. • OWENSVILLE, MO 573.437.TIRE (8473)
The Jost family The late Gwynn Jost (left) and the late Ron Jost (right)
“Family ties are precious threads No matter where we roam. They draw us close to those we love And pull our hearts back home.” ~ Author unknown
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Celebrating 6 Years Proud To Be Locally Owned
Protection is a family tradition.
Since 1960, families like yours have trusted my family to protect them from unexpected losses. My father, Ron Copeland opened the American Family Insurance office in Owensville 53 years ago. I started selling insurance with my father in 1986. After his retirement in 2001 I took over the business. Call me today to discuss your needs. Theresa Ditto
To all our valued clients and their families, we offer our sincere gratitude for allowing us to serve you with all your hair care and tanning needs! Stylists: Alice Young, Crystal Valley and Breanna Eiler, ~ Jill Ryals, Owner
573-437-8266
212 S. 1St • OWENSVILLE
109 S. 1st Street • Owensville, MO 65066 Bus: 573-437-3726 • 1-800-MY-AMFAM
Locally Owned and Operated since 1951
Beck Motors, serving Freeburg, Owensville and the surrounding area since 1951, is a locally owned full line Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep dealer that also houses a great selection of quality pre-owned. If you are looking for a quality vehicle and want to avoid the high pressure atmosphere of a big city dealer, shop Beck Motors. You’ll enjoy the down-home, personalized attention of our sales staff and get the attention you want and deserve. Become a part of the Beck Motors Family today!
With 2 Locations; Freeburg & Owensville FInD Us On FaCeBOOk!
610 Hwy. 28 East, Owensville, MO & 305 N Hwy. 63, Freeburg, MO
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“Celebrating our 8 Year Anniversary” Midwest Auto Service Center is your family owned ASE certified general automotive repair facility. We have been in business for 8 years and would like to thank our customers for their confidence and trust. Now we have expanded again with the opening of Car Quest in the old John Deere building on Hwy. 28 West.
1002 West Franklin • OWensville, MO • 573-437-7777
Owners Jennifer and Tom Reed with their children Tesa and Ethan
Now expanding with Owensville’s newest Auto Parts Store Hwy. 28 wEst (in the old John Deere Building) OWensville, MO 573-437-Part (7278)
Great people, great products, great prices! SM
Auto PArts
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PrOud tO be LOcaLLy Owned & Part Of GeraLd gerald, MO • 573-764-2691 Home owned & operated since 1978
Open 7 Days A Week Pictured From Left: midt, Peggy Sch ig, Paula Helm ler ee Connie Wh and ler Carl Whee
Mon.-Sat. 10-5 and Sundays 11-3
Selling Antiques, Coins, Quilts, Knick-Knacks, Furniture, Dishes, Bikes, Bookds, Jewelry, Toys, Purses & More. Located next to Subway in the Old RealtyNet Bldg.
450 E. Fitzgerald • Gerald, MO 63037 • 573-764-2141
Locally owned and operated since 1978, J & L Market always has and is still committed to quality, selection and outstanding service. From the freshest produce to our famous hand-cut meats, J & L Market has the top-notch quality foods that you need to make your party or family meal a step above the rest. Tony Alverez purchased J & L Market in 2011 and continues to serve the Gerald Community and the surrounding area.
F A R M E R S family Tommy B., LLC
It was 1982 when we started offering insurance solutions from Farmers Insurance Group to the local community. Our original office was located on South First Street, across from the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall. We added Barton Mutual Group in 1988 and more recently added Concordia Farmers Mutual and Grinnell Mutual in 2011. In 1990 the business was relocated to our present location on the corner of Harrison and Springfield Road. We offer health insurance through Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Coventry Group Health Plan (GHP) and United Health Care. I became licensed for securities in 2000 and offer financial services through Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC. Our clients currently have over $5 million in assets under management.
Mission: To provide our clients with appropriate insurance coverage at the best possible rate and offer financial services to help those clients reach their retirement goals. We strive to help our clients build AND protect their assets.
FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS Securities offered through Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC 30801 Agoura Road, Bldg 1, Agoura Hills CA 91301 Member NASD
Tom Bloemke
Kurtis Barch
tbloemke@farmersagent.com
kurtis.tbloemke@farmersagent.com
Insurance & Financial Services Agent
Insurance Agent 573-619-2583
573-437-4291 Corner of Harrison and Springfield Rd., Owensville, MO
Kurtis Barch, insurance agent Tom Bloemke, owner, agent, registered rep. Beverley Bloemke, wife, LLC member Karen Stillman, licensed customer service rep., sales Vickie Mayberry, licensed receptionist/marketing
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Gottenstroeter Funeral Homes a
Our family, serving your family, for over 100 years.
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1910 ~ 2013
The year was 1910 when W.F. and Minnie Gottenstroeter founded their Hardware, Furniture and Undertaking Company on North First Street in Owensville. They operated this business until 1934 when Milford Winter, who married their daughter Velma, received his embalmer’s license. Funeral business was conducted on First Street until 1938 when a more modern facility was built on South Second Street. Mr. Gottenstroeter and Mr. Winter worked together until Mr. Gottenstroeter’s passing in 1951. Mr. & Mrs. Winter operated the business together and were joined in 1960 by Mr. Winter’s nephew, Jerry Thompson. By the early 1960’s the business had grown and the need for a larger chapel with more seating was evident. So in 1963 a larger chapel and residence were added to the south side of the funeral home. This modern structure was the largest of its kind in the area and is still the location of the Gottenstroeter Funeral Home today. Mr. & Mrs. Winter retired in 1983, selling the business to Jerry. Jerry’s son Rick Copeland completed mortuary school in 1984 and worked with Jerry until Jerry’s retirement in 2005. The funeral home is still operated by Rick Copeland today. In 2011 Gottenstroeter Funeral Home expanded into Gerald with the acquisition of both the Oltmann and MeyerHilke-Millard Funeral Homes. The long history of providing quality funeral service in a dignified, respectful and caring manner will continue for every family we serve.
In your time of loss, you need someone with experience; someone with knowledge to guide you through.
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A Family Tradition Since 1954 It all started in 1954 when Grandpa Max Lloyd purchased the “poor farm” from Gasconade County and started a private nursing home business. In 1965 Robert and Norma Lloyd purchased it from Max and Hilda Lloyd. They then constructed a 60 bed facility in Hermann and later a 120 bed facility was built next to it with the decision to close the original facility. In 1994 Cathy Lloyd purchased the original “poor farm” where demolition of the additions began in 1997 in hopes of restoring the original home. Cathy currently lives on the old “poor farm” with her boys Ross age 11 and Thomas age 9. In 1994 a third nursing facility was opened in Owensville, Mo where Norma Lloyd was born and raised by Ed and Viola Brinkman. It was in 1994 that the third generation of Lloyds took over the operation of the three nursing facilities. Today two facilities are operated by Cathy Lloyd. The 60 bed home was closed and donated to the City of Hermann in 2005 and is now The Robert Lloyd Community Center which houses the City Hall and Police station as well as a community center. The Falls Assisted Living Facility was then built on to the Health Center in Hermann at that time. It is about so much more than the Lloyd family, I believe it is about our extended family at the Frene Valley
Cathy and her father Robert Lloyd in September 2004 My dad is my hero had enough love in his heart for the entire world.
Frene Valley Health Center ~ Hermann, MO: Opened in 1988 with 118 skilled nursing beds. In 2005 The Falls Assisted Living opened with nine assisted living apartments.
facilities. My father who passed away in January of 2005 taught me so much in my life and was the most wonderful man whom I loved and I miss each day. My mom continues to be an inspiration to me each day and is a constant reminder of my family’s philosophy and to take care of those who took care of us first. My entire 45 years I have surrounded by hundreds of grandpas and grandmas that have taught me so much more than my college education. There is one gentleman in particular Gus Nicks, 99 that resides at Frene Valley South that told me when I was thirty-four that his only regret in life was not having chil-
dren and that I better get busy. I had Ross when I was 35! There is never a bad day at work when I see Gus and each day when I see him I count my blessings. I love my job because of the special people I meet and take care of each day.
Our founder, Max Lloyd.
Frene Valley Health Care South ~ Owensville, MO: Opened in 1994 with 60 skilled nursing beds. Over the years several additions have been made bringing the availability to 131 beds. Just opened this year is the Courtyard at Frene Valley, an outpatient therapy and wellness clinic. The Courtyard offers a comprehensive wellness and fitness program with equipment designed specifically for the adult and senior population.
America became great because of individual self reliance, hard working people like my grandparents and parents before me. They took chances, suffered, created things that helped the community and the country. I have tried to do the same but it is becoming difficult when the current President wants voters dependent on the government. This saps motivation when small business owners like myself work hard and the government takes it all away. We are living in an interesting time. We have a popular President, a bad economy and everybody is paying more taxes. That doesn’t seem to add up. Ronald Reagan said “ Government’s first duty is to protect the people not run their lives” What happened to this country?
Sons of Cathy Lloyd in their younger years with Gus Nicks – like their mom they spend many hours in the halls of the nursing homes learning so much from those who made our country what it is today.
Grandma Lloyd pictured Cathy’s boys Ross and Thomas – the 4th generation of Frene Valley.
It is not likely that Ross and Thomas will continue the family business – Obama Care is the law and small family businesses such as Frene Valley will be affected if this trend takes hold.
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Cathlee’s
Real estate, InC.
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Cathlee Swain
Broker/Owner (573) 225-0815
Cathlee’s Real Estate, Inc. of Owensville was established February 3, 1997, in a small rented office. Cathlee started her own business with only 1 agent, offering the community the same dedication and commitment to the real estate business since beginning her real estate career in 1990. In September of 1997, Cathlee purchased the historic 1896 New Hope Methodist Church Building. She renovated it, creating an excellent real estate atmosphere. Separate offices for agents, office space for attorney, access to loan officers, and a conference/closing room area were created. Cathlee’s Real Estate, Inc. has continued to grow. In March of 2005 a branch office was opened in Belle at 1011 Hwy. 28 East and in 2007 moved to 604 Linn Street. This allows us to better serve the Bland, Belle, Vichy and St. James areas. We now have 13 agents working 7 days a week to serve the community’s real estate needs. Agents help customers obtain financing, both conventional and non-conforming programs for all types of buyers. 102 W. Washington, Ave., Owensville, MO 573-437-8800 • email: cathlee@fidnet.com www.CathleesRealEstate.com
Introducing Our Great Reflections Family From left: Christina Groner, stylist; Erika Borgmann, owner; Tyra Czeschin, stylist Rachel Stone, stylist manicure, pedicure, massages; Leah Bopp, nail tech; Candi Dietrich, stylist; and Kathy Lenauer, stylist. Not shown: Brandy Myers, stylist; and Rob Borgmann, owner. 535 E. Washington & Hwy. 28 • Owensville, MO • 573-437-4748
Salon & Boutique
Mace Supermarket LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED BY JIM AND RANDY MACE
Serving the area since 1969
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Open 7 Days A Week
hank you to all our loyal customers. We’re proud to live and work in this fine country and glad to give our support back to the area that has been so good to us.
IN CUBA, MO: 200 N. Franklin, 573-885-6223
Jim and Randy Mace
IN BELLE, MO: 1004 Hwy. 28, 573-859-3362
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Proudly growing with Owensville for 40 years!
RaineRi TRansmission The next time you suspect transmission trouble, count on us. No matter what type of car you have, you’ll find our level of service is way above standard. We work on Manuals, Automatics, Cars, Big Trucks, Foreign or Domestic
Lou Raineri and Lou Raineri, Jr.
573-437-8470
803 S. 6th • Owensville, MO 65066
Since 2005 we have been proud to offer the Owensville Community
Chinese Style All You Can Eat Buffet.
Proudly Growing with Owensville for the last 4 YEARS!
Our family has grown and so has our business. Tony and Wendy Zheng and children Fredrick, Kelly and Christina
All You Can Eat Buffet lunch Buffet
10:30am to 3:30pm ..
Dinner Buffet
4pm to 9pm.........
Kids 3 to 9 years $3.49 Kids 3 to 9 years $4.99
5.95
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We use 100% Vegetable Oil and Cholesterol Free. NO MSG Open 7 Days A Week Hannah and David Levin Children of Larry and Becky Levin
501 West HWy. 28 • OWensville, MO
573-437-4500
WE BUY: All Types of Aluminum, Car Batteries, Radiators, Catalytic Converters, Copper, Brass, and Much More! 1/2 Mi. west of Orscheln on Hwy. 28 • 573-437-5050 HOURS: M–F 9:00aM–5:00pM • Sat 9:00aM–12:00nOOn
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DUD’S TIRE SHOP
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HINSON’S TAX SERVICE
Jim Lairmore - Owner 112 E. Lincoln • Owensville, MO 573-437-3305
James H. Lairmore (everyone knew him as Dud) started his tire shop in the 1950’s. After a brief closure due to health the shop was reopened as Dud’s in 1962 at our current location. His wife Loretta handled the finances and the paperwork for the shop as it grew. Jim Lairmore started working at the business as a teenager, working full time since 1970. Jim became the sole owner of the business in 2000. We look forward to serving the community in the years to come.
James (Dud) and Loretta Lairmore
Dud and Jim Lairmore
“Owensville is the only place I’d want to be in business. The people I do business with make it a pleasure to do my job.”
the Scegos
To all our steadfast customers ~ thank you for your patronage these past 30 years. We are honored to serve you and are grateful to be part of this wonderful community. Laura Hinson 573-437-2016
3917 Hwy. EE (4.5 Miles South Of Owensville on Right)
of John Scego Auto Body and Select Powder Coating
We opened John Scego Auto Body at 110 E. McFadden in 1981 with one employee. In 1989 we built and moved into our present location at 302 N. First Street. In 1994 we expanded to 8,750 square feet. The shop includes an AFC downdraft paint booth and prep station, Precision and Car-O-Liner frame racks and Hunter and Wheel Force alignment systems. Today it takes 9 full time employees to meet the needs of our customers. Our principle focus is collision repair. We also handle windshield replacement and chip repair and custom detailing.
“Our reputation is built on providing quality, honest work.” Formed in 2001, Select Powder Coating (SPC) has expanded from a one man operation based in a small shop in downtown Owensville into a company that currently employees 13 and utilizes 2 production facilities providing powder and liquid coating to a wide variety of industries. John & Elaine Scego, Cole Scego, and Barrett Scego
COLLISION REPAIR SPECIALISTS
Phone 573.437.2240 Fax 573.437.4902
302 N. First St. Owensville, MO 65066
“I appreciate the support this community has given me through the past 32 years.”
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Since 1947
Tom Klebba, Sr. V.P., and Chief Financial Officer
“We are proud of our history of responsibility, meeting the financial needs of our customers to make the communities we serve a better place to live.” John Klebba, President and Board Chairman
Mark Your Calendars Now For Our
at our Owensville Branch, the week of Aug. 19th • Historical Display • Sign up to win $100 • Enjoy a Video of the History of Legends Bank • Free Bank Centennial Items • Refreshments
Why call an 800 number to have a stranger stop by your house when you can call G.E.P. Enterprise! For the past 32 years G.E.P. Enterprise has been your locally owned satellite specialist helping you and your neighbors with sales, installation and service. James and Debbie Haupt; owners
Find Us On…
www.legendsbk.com • 573-437-LOAN 602 East Hwy. 28 • Owensville, MO
LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED
220 HWY. 50 • ROSEBUD, MO • 573-764-2369
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E THE WARDENS e Only one institution still open for business in Owensville is older than the Gasconade County Republican………the U.S. Post Office.
The Gasconade County Republican first started publication on Nov. 17,1905 from the merger of two local publications, the Owensville Argus and the Republican Banner. The first editor and publisher in 1905 was listed as Louis A. Nowack. The ownership of the Republican transferred to W. O. Boyd on April 22, 1910. He was the publisher until his death in 1933, when his widow became publisher. She leased the newspaper to Ralph E. Warden, who assumed managerial duties, and his sister, Mrs. C. S. Hutton, who became editor. The newspaper was taken over in early 1940 by Mr. and Mrs. Boyd’s daughter, Blanche and in June 1946 her brother, Charles R. Boyd became editor and published the newspaper until 1949 when the firm of Warden & Murray Publishing
Co. purchased it. Ralph Warden and Henry Murray as young men had been employed in the printing office by the Boyd family. In 1963 Murray sold his share in the publication to Ralph and Thelma Warden and their sons, Tom and Don. In 1977 the sons purchased their parents’ shares of the corporation. In 1987 Dennis Warden, Don’s son started working at the newspaper in advertising sales. Tom Warden retired in 2000. In the summer of 2008 Don
Warden also retired, leaving Dennis as the third generation of Wardens to own and publish the Republican. In 2012 Jacob Warden, Dennis’ son started working full time as the digital specialist for the newspaper. Over the years other Wardens have worked in the business including Tom’s daughters, Debbie and Diane; Don’s daughter, Denise; and Dennis’ other children, Ethan and Abigail. The current version of the newspaper traces its direct lineage back 117 years… back from its 1905 birth via a
merger, to the Argus in 1903, the Republican-Banner in 1900 and the Owensville Republican in 1896.
Jacob Warden 106 E. Washington • Owensville, MO 65066 • 573-437-2323 • www.GascoandeCountyRepublican.com
I’ve never felt like I was in the cookie business. I’ve always been in a feel good feeling business. My job is to sell joy. My job is to sell happiness. My job is to sell an experience. — Debbi Fields