John Bredehoft

John William Bredehoft, 77, of Columbia, MO, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2026 in Caring Hearts & Hands, Columbia, MO. He was born January 25, 1949, in Carbondale, IL, son of the late Elmer H. and Rosemary (Keltner) Bredehoft. He lived in Marion until the family moved to Pana in 1952. He was active in grade school, Jr. high, and high school bands, and was also on the tennis team. He attended the University of Columbia, MO, and was a member of the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity. He was also a member of the United in Faith Church, Pana. John worked for Loop 70 Motor Parts in Columbia, MO.
John was the grandson of John Clyde & Mary Randolph Keltner and William D. & Dina Beerman Bredehoft.
Graveside services for John will be held Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Rose Hill Cemetery, Marion, IL.