Randy Ziegler

BENTON, Mo. -- Randy L. Ziegler, 56, died Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau.

He was born June 16, 1960, in Saint Louis, to Arthur Louis "Art" and Anita A. Glastetter.

He and Pamela Lentz were married May 26, 1979, at St. Denis Church in Benton.

Randy was a 1978 graduate of Kelly High School and a 1983 graduate of

Southeast Missouri State University with a bachelor's in communication. He was an advertising salesman in the television and radio industry.

He was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church.

Randy wrote poetry. He was also a musician; he played guitar in a number of bands.

Survivors include: one daughter, Brandi (Chris) Kilburn of Benton; three sons, Jon Paul (Laura) Ziegler of Sikeston, Barry (Christy) Ziegler of Benton and Lee Ziegler of Sikeston; and nine grandchildren, Chloe, Paityn, Trystyn and Haydyn; Tyler, Gavin and Brighton; and Mason and Olivia.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Ada Ree Neely.

Friends may call 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Ford and Sons Benton Chapel.

The family will have a private committal service with the Rev. Michael Casteel officiating.

Burial will be at St. Denis Church Cemetery in Benton.

Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.

Memorial contributions may be given to St. Denis Grade School.

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