ARLIE WAYNE GUDERMUTH, of Pacific, Missouri, passed away January 17, 2025 at the age of 72 years, 6 months and 18 days.   Mr. Gudermuth was born June 30, 1952 in Pacific, Missouri to Arlie and Opal (nee Thornton) Gudermuth.  Mr. Gudermuth was preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Debra Gudermuth, his mother, Opal Gudermuth and his grandparents.

Mr. Gudermuth is survived by his children, Tamera Robertson (Stephen), Steven Gudermuth (Susan), Jamie Gudermuth (Stephanie) David Gudermuth (Doris), Austin Gudermuth (Dakota); his step-children, Michelle Haynes (Patrick), Angela Orphan (Doug), Christina Mcgrath; his siblings, Arlene Mayfield, Marilyn Murray, Ronald Gudermuth, Linda Rose, Cheryl Barnes, Donna Miller, Lisa Usher; 17  grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews; and other family members.

Wayne last worked at Intergram St. Louis Seating where he acquired the nickname "Bear".

Wayne loved spending time with family and friends.  His hobbies were rabbit hunting, horseback riding, shooting sports and old western movies.

He will be remembered for his humor  and blunt honesty.

Visitation for Mr. Gudermuth is Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. at Bell Funeral Home, Pacific, Missouri.  A Memorial Service will follow the visitation at 3:00 P.M. at the funeral home.