Governor Mike Kehoe

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 13, 2025

Governor Kehoe Announces Memorial Services Honoring Former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond

Orders U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at government buildings statewide beginning today through May 22, 2025

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Governor Mike Kehoe announced today the memorial services honoring former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond.

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, whose life’s work was dedicated to serving Missouri, Kit Bond died on May 13, 2025, in St. Louis at 86 years old. To view Governor Kehoe's statement, click here. An official obituary for Governor Bond is attached

Governor Kehoe also signed a proclamation ordering U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at all government buildings statewide beginning today until sunset on May 22, 2025. To view the Governor’s proclamation, click here.

On Tuesday, May 20, a State Memorial Service honoring the life and legacy of Governor Kit Bond will be held in the Rotunda of the Missouri State Capitol at noon. The public is invited to attend.

Governor Bond will lie in state in the Capitol Rotunda for a 24-hour period immediately following the State Memorial Service, allowing members of the public to pay their respects.

On Thursday, May 22, a celebration of Kit’s life will be held at Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church. All who knew and loved Kit are welcome to attend. 

 

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

State Memorial Service

When: 12:00 p.m.

Where: Missouri State Capitol Rotunda 

Media: Open (designated media area available)

*A mult box will be provided

 *The service will be livestreamed on Governor Kehoe's Facebook Page

 

Thursday, May 22, 2025

Celebration of Life

When: 1:00 p.m.

Where: Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church, 9450 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63124

Media: Closed

 

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