Earl Durheim

Earl was born May 25, 1962 in Springfield.

Earl attended Lanphier High School and worked as a laborer for Contech Construction since 2003 and previously for Cardinal Warehouse. He enjoyed woodworking, outdoor camping, floating down the river, fishing, and was a great mechanic.

He was preceded in death by his father, Earl Durheim, Sr. and stepmother, Dorothy “Dottie” Durheim.

He is survived by his fiancée, Mollie Miller; four daughters, Heather Durheim (fiancé, Timothy Horrighs), Christina Leach (fiancé, Charles Howze), both of Springfield, Melissa (husband, Dennis) Smith of Waggoner, and Melinda Leach (companion, Robert Lee) of Maryville; one son, Bryan Leach (companion, Shannon Manfre) of Raymond; eleven grandchildren, Joey, Jake, Jordan, Devin, Shelbi, Shawna, C.J., Daniel, Kaleb, Payton, and Landon; one great-grandchild, Raelynne; four siblings, David Durheim, Debbie Durheim, both of Springfield, Karen of Litchfield, and Denise of Naperville; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Cremation was accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center.

Private family ceremonies were held.