Judson Ryan Mehler was born November 30, 1981 in Kirkwood, MO. He was the son of Dennis and Deborah “Deb” (nee Lueking) Mehler of De Soto, MO. He passed on November 17, 2025 in Festus, MO at the age of 43 years. He is survived by his parents; wife, Tiffany (nee Cordia) Mehler, De Soto, MO; children, Cullen and Samara Mehler; brothers, Matt Mehler, De Soto, MO and Travis Mehler, Franklin, MA. Jud worked as a live entertainment manager at Compass Rose Events.

Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Those wishing to honor him may do so by contributing to the children’s fund in lieu of flowers. Donations for the Mehler children. or donations may be mailed to the Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, c/o Mehler Family.