Governor Mike Kehoe
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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
*May 19, 2025*
*MEDIA ADVISORY*
*Memorial Services Honoring Former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond*
*JEFFERSON CITY, MO *– This week, memorial services honoring former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond will take place in Jefferson City and St. Louis. Important media and attendee information can be found below.
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 [ [link removed] ]. An official obituary for Governor Bond may be found here [ [link removed] ]. Last week, Governor Kehoe signed a proclamation [ [link removed] ] ordering U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at all government buildings statewide through sunset on May 22, 2025.
On *Tuesday*, *May 20*, the Missouri State Highway Patrol will provide the escort and procession from St. Louis to the Missouri State Capitol, departing St. Louis at 9:00 a.m. 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 service will include music from the 135th Army Band, remarks from Governor Kehoe, and tributes from current and former elected officials and staff.
The service is open to the public, but will be "standing-room only. "Please plan to arrive early to find parking and go through Capitol security. Photos from the State Memorial Service will be available on the Office of Governor Mike Kehoe Flickr Page [ [link removed] ]. The service will be livestreamed on Governor Kehoe's Facebook Page [ [link removed] ] and the State of Missouri website. [ [link removed] ]
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.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol will provide the escort and procession returning to St. Louis, departing Jefferson City at noon on *Wednesday*, *May 21*.
On *Thursday*, *May 22*, a celebration of life service will be held at Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church. All who knew and loved Kit are welcome to attend.
Funeral honors will be provided by the Missouri National Guard and the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
*_Tuesday, May 20, 2025_*
*State Memorial Service *
*When: *11:15 a.m.: 135th Army Band prelude music begins
12:00 p.m.: Service begins
1:00 p.m.: Service concludes; viewing line begins
*Where:* Missouri State Capitol Rotunda
*Media: *Open - Second Floor Rotunda. *Media please RSVP to *
[email protected] <
[email protected]>.
A mult box will be provided at the designated media area on the South side of the Second Floor Rotunda. _Due to limited space, and out of respect for family members and attendees, all media are asked to stay clear of the First Floor Rotunda_.
The service will be livestreamed on Governor Kehoe's Facebook Page [ [link removed] ] and the State of Missouri website. [ [link removed] ]
*PARKING INFORMATION:* In preparation for the upcoming memorial service, the North and South Circle Drive (W. Capitol Ave.) of the Missouri State Capitol will be closed starting at 5:00 p.m., Monday, May 19, and will reopen at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 21. Parking in areas surrounding the Capitol is limited.
Media may drop off equipment in media lot off High St. on south side of the Capitol. Aside from existing Capitol Press Corps assigned spots, there is no reserved media parking.
ADA parking will be available on the North Circle Drive for visitors with applicable placards. Permitted vehicles must enter from the east side of the drive at the intersection of W. Capitol and Jefferson St.
*_Thursday, May 22, 2025_*
*Celebration of Life Service*
*When: *1:00 p.m.
*Where:* Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church, 9450 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63124
*Media: *Closed
Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church will livestream the service at this link [ [link removed] ]
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*Contact: Gabby Picard*
Communications Director
Mobile: 573-536-6566
Email:
[email protected]
Website: www.governor.mo.gov
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