Kenneth J. "Sam" Unnerstall

Kenneth J. "Sam" Unnerstall, 91, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri died Monday, May 20, 2024 at his home. He was born January 23, 1933 at home in Cape Girardeau to Frank and Frieda Strong Unnerstall. Sam was a 1951 graduate of Cape Central High School. He and Carol Ann Graves were married August 23, 1957 at Cape Girardeau, Missouri. She preceded him in death on December 21, 2004. He served in the United States Army. Following his Army discharge, he joined his father as a pharmacist at Unnerstall Drug Store, where they worked together for many years. Upon his father's death he took over the family business. He also worked at Broadway Prescription Shop as a pharmacist for several years. He was a member of LaCroix Church in Cape Girardeau. Sam was also a member of Cape Jaycess, Otakian Girl Scout Council, Tater Hill Deer and Gun Club, past member of the Elks Lodge and lifelong member of pharmaceutical organizations. He served a board member for Girl Scouts for many years. He was a lifelong supporter of civic group and youth sports in Cape Girardeau. He had a servants heart for those in need throughout his career. He loved his family dearly, as well as many friends and always had a soft spot for animals. He never knew a stranger and was blessed by his many friendships. Survivors include a daughter, Julia Unnerstall of Cape Girardeau; a son, John David Unnerstall of Sedgewickville, Missouri; three grandchildren, Zachary John Stagner, Samuel David Unnerstall and Colton Jack Unnerstall; a sister-in-law, Jo Graves Nunnally; and three nieces, Maria Crites McMahan, Sally Crites Finch and Kristine Nunnally Danchise. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife and a sister, June Crites. Visitation will be 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at Ford & Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau. Funeral service will be at 10:00 am Friday, May 24, 2024 at Ford & Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau with the Rev. Daniel Seabaugh officiating. Entombment will be at Cape County Memorial Park Mausoleum in Cape Girardeau, with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be given to LaCroix Church or SEMO Pets. Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com. Ford & Sons Funeral Home - Mt. Auburn is in charge of arrangements.

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Kenneth J. "Sam" Unnerstall

January 23, 1933 - May 20, 2024