07/30/2026
Edward “Ed” T. Hanauer Jr., 81, of California, MO passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Jefferson City, MO. Ed was born on July 22, 1945 in Santa Barbara, CA the son of Edward Hanauer Sr. and Gertrude (Castor) Hanauer both of who preceded him in death. He was a 1964 graduate of Versailles High School. He was a United States Army Veteran and served from 1964-1967. Ed was united in marriage on March 24, 1973 in Weableau, MO to Paula K. (Truitt) Hanauer who preceded him in death on October 23, 2014. He was of the Catholic faith and a member of Annunciation Catholic Church in California, MO. Ed enjoyed going and watching sprint car racing all over the Midwest. He loved spending time with his friends, family and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. Ed never met a stranger! Survivors include his daughter, Tammy Kilmer (Justin) of California, MO; 2 sons, Eddie Hanauer (Kelsey) of California, MO and P.J. Hanauer (Kimberly) of California, MO; brother, Mike Hanauer (Sandy) of Holts Summit, MO; sister, Patty Kempker (Roger) of Jefferson City, MO; 6 grandchildren, Martin Kilmer, Hayden Kilmer, Deyton Hanauer, Josey Hanauer, Baylor Hanauer and Jayden Hanauer. He was preceded in death by his infant brother, John Joseph Hanauer. Visitation will be on Monday, August 3, 2026 from 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 11A.M. also at the funeral home. Burial will be at the California City Cemetery. Officiating will be Father Anthony Viviano. Memorials are suggested to the D.A.V. c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.