Herb Albert Brase, 95, was born June 5, 1921, at Gordonville and died Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016, at Willard, Missouri.

Much-loved husband of Mildred Irene Wulff Brase; father of Beverly (Jerry) Boehmer of Springfield, Missouri, and Sue (Bob) Zoll of Willard; grandfather of Jill Boehmer Cobb, Bruce Boehmer, Amy Zoll Scott and Lori Zoll; and great-grandfather of 10.

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife. He was the fifth of seven children born to Albert and Tillie Hoffman Brase, and is survived by older brother Emil Brase, 97.

He was farmer, teacher, basketball referee and more.

After World War II, he worked the majority of his career as a banker. Missing in action, he was shot down with his B-17 crew over Hamburg, Germany, and was a prisoner of war Purple Heart recipient.

He was a lifelong Methodist. He loved his church and insisted it be vital and growing. He never knew a stranger and always had a smile.

A fervent golfer whenever possible, especially in retirement, his delightful sense of humor allowed him to laugh a lot, even at himself.

His love and attention to wife and family have been an inspiration for all. He is sorely missed, yet the precious memories are priceless.

Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Zion United Methodist Church in Gordonville.

A celebration of life service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the memorial garden fund, Zion United Methodist Church.

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