Dear Hillsboro Community,
I am saddened to share the passing of Mr. Jon Schuessler, a valued member of our Hillsboro R-III School District Board. Mr. Schuessler’s commitment to our schools and community was steadfast. Despite a two-year battle with cancer, he continued to attend board and committee meetings, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to our district and community. Significant milestones, including the acquisition of Bridle Ridge Acres and the expansion of Career and Technical Education programs, marked his leadership on the Hillsboro R-III School District Board. His leadership and commitment to enhancing educational opportunities have provided Hillsboro students with broader pathways to future careers.
As a Board Member, his thoughtful questions, contributions, and leadership have left a lasting impact on our district, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.
Obituary for Jon Roland Schuessler
Jon Roland Schuessler, age 48 (born April 20, 1976,) passed away on October 30, 2024. Jon courageously fought Stage 4 cancer for two years before finding eternal rest.
He had a passion for theater, music, art, storytelling, reading, history, debate, education, the pursuit of truth, and political reform. He brought laughter to every conversation, joy into every room, and he had an amazing ability to put everyone instantly at ease.
Jon was a lifelong resident of Hillsboro, Missouri, and he was a member of the Board of Education for the Hillsboro R-3 School District. Jon graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1994 and earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Missouri-Rolla (currently the Missouri University of Science and Technology) in 1998.
Jon was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Imperial, MO, and he was a member of their Choir, Men of Armor, Fundraising Committee, and Stewardship Committee.
The visitation will be held at Kutis Funeral Home (5255 Lemay Ferry Road, Mehlville, MO 63129) on Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 4:00-7:00pm. Additional visitation will take place at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (6550 State Route 21, Imperial, MO 63052) on Friday, November 8, 2024 from 10:00-11:00am. The funeral service will be held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (6550 State Route 21, Imperial, MO 63052) on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 11:00am. A luncheon at the church will follow. There will be a graveside interment service at Shepherd Hills Cemetery (1925 Old Highway M, Barnhart, MO 63012) following the luncheon. Jon has requested that men wear hats to the graveside service (hats will be provided if you don’t have one.)
Donations can be made in his honor to the general fund for St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Imperial, Missouri.
Thank you for joining me in honoring the memory of Mr. Jon Schuessler.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jon Isaacson
Superintendent
