Betty Ann Risley
Dec 18, 2024
Betty Ann Risley, nee Wray, entered into rest on Wednesday December 18, 2024, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of and reunited with the late Irvin C. Risley Sr.; devoted mother of daughter Pamela (Tom) Parlow and son Irvin C. "Chuck" (Tammy) Risley Jr.; cherished grandmother of Nicole (Cody) Rader, Jason Long, Ted Risley, Amanda (Matt) Schmitt, and Sarah...
Yvonne M. Niswonger
Dec 16, 2024
Yvonne M. Niswonger passed away peacefully, joining her husband of 55 years, the late Carl A. Niswonger. She was preceded in death by her parents the late Edward O. Schmidt and the late Jean L. Schmidt nee McFarland; she is survived by her beloved children Brenda (Larry) Mueller nee Niswonger, and Carl (Cheryl) Niswonger III; cherished grandchildren Christopher Niswonger, Corey...
Norma Jean Gross
Dec 15, 2024
Norma Jean Gross, nee Morrison, 83, passed away on December 15, 2024. Daughter of the late H. Lawrence and the late Rose Marie, nee Hill, Morrison, former wife of the late Randy Gross, mother of; Mike (Karen) Gross of Owensboro, KY and Jim (Julie) Gross of Waunakee, WI, grandmother of; Catherine (fiancé Bryce Burnett) Gross of Owensboro, KY, Amanda (Ben)...
Janice M. Merzweiler
Dec 12, 2024
Janice Merzweiler passed away on December 12, 2024, at the age of 86. A loving mother and grandmother, Janice was a beautiful soul whose kindness touched many lives, extending far beyond her immediate family. Her radiant smile brightened every room she entered.
Janice was active in her church and enjoyed traveling, as well as spending time with her friends and family.
She...
Donald Robert "Smiley" Kearns
Dec 12, 2024
Donald Robert Kearns, affectionately known as “Smiley,” age 92, of St. Louis, MO, born Nov. 1, 1932, in East St. Louis, IL, died Thursday, Dec. 12th, 2024 at Friendship Village, Sunset Hills, Missouri.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Dorothy Kearns; his children, Kathleen Ann Kearns, David Alan Kearns, and John Donald Kearns; his sister, Mary Ann Mackin;...
Roman Townsley
Dec 10, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our precious baby, Roman Townsley, who left this world on 12/10/2024. He was born on 12/10/2024 and passed away in the arms of his parents.
His life was short, but he only knew of love. Roman will be forever remembered in our hearts. He is survived by parents Steven and Christina, sister Sydney,...
Alma Dolores "Dee" Clark
Dec 9, 2024
Alma Dolores "Dee" Clark, nee Kraft, 93, passed away peacefully December 9, 2024. Wife of 45 years to the late Charles L. Clark, daughter of the late William and Anna, nee Wilcox, Kraft, beloved mother of; Cheryl Clark, Sharon (Donald) Faulstich, and the late Karen Neumann, loving grandmother of; Marty (Dawn) Faulstich, Steven Faulstich, Alex Clark, and Shelby (Alex) Neumann-Noonkester,...
Mary Ann Raftery
Dec 8, 2024
Mary Ann Raftery (nee Schwarz) born on December 30, 1931, in Saint Louis, Missouri. Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother of Church on Sunday, December 8, 2024. A devoted mother and grandmother, she cherished her roles far beyond her early career as a secretary, embracing her family and her community with an open heart.
Mary Ann graduated from Cathedral Grade...
Archie C. "Butch" Lansing
Dec 8, 2024
Archie C. Lansing, affectionately known as "Butch," passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the age of 86. He was preceded in death by his devoted mother, the late Ruth Mary Lansing (née McLaughlin), and his cherished sister, the late Patricia Sielfleisch, and he was survived by numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, neighbors, and coworkers.
Butch's life was...
Gary J. Kauffmann
Dec 7, 2024
Gary J. Kauffmann, born on March 18, 1946, in Saint Louis, Missouri, Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on December 7, 2024. A dedicated letter carrier with the Postal Service for over 50 years, Gary was known for his unwavering commitment to his work and his deep connections within the community.
Gary's life was enriched by many interests and...
Shirley Ann Nichols
Dec 5, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Dear Sister, Aunt, and Friend, Shirley Nichols, nee Jernigan. Shirley came to us on February 4, 1945. She was the 5th of 6 children from the late Stella Jernigan (nee Douglas) and the late Everett Jernigan. Dear sister of Wil (Mimi) Jernigan, Betty (John) Froidl, the late Marjorie...
Melba Jean Cookston
Dec 5, 2024
Melba Jean (Ramsey) Cookston, age 86, of St. Louis, Missouri, died on December 5, 2024, at Laclede Groves Care Center in Webster Groves, Missouri. She was born on March 20, 1938, at home in Perry County, Missouri, the daughter of Earl W. and Gertrude (Clifton) Ramsey. She married William Gentry Cookston on October 14, 1989. She was preceded in death...
Brenda J. Pieper
Nov 30, 2024
Pieper, Brenda (nee Seithel)
Entered into rest on Sat. Nov. 30, 2024, at age78. Beloved wife of the late Stephen Pieper, Sr.; Loving mother of Christine Linek, Stephen (Vicki) Pieper Jr., and Greg (Julie Alfano) Pieper. Cherished grandmother of Ashley (Zeth) O’Bryan, Michael Linek and Stephen (Rachel Schmieder) Pieper, III, and Ella Pieper. Cherished great-grandmother of Travis O’Bryan; Dear sister of...
Lorin Dressel
Nov 28, 2024
Lorin Gene Dressel, son of Herman and Vonna nee Weaver Dressel was born in Summerfield, IL on April 27, 1931. He was baptized Nov. 13, 1931, at the O’Fallon, IL United Church of Christ and confirmed August 4, 1957, at Trinity Lutheran, East St. Louis, IL. He received his education in the Lebanon, IL public school system and graduated from...
Tarcisio "Tar" Guijosa
Nov 27, 2024
Tarcisio "Tar" Guijosa Baptized into the hope of Christ's Resurrection on Wednesday November 27, 2024, at the age of 66. Beloved husband of Elsa De Guijosa; devoted father of Fredy Guijosa, Elsa Guijosa, and Salvador (Maryuri) Guijosa; blessed grandfather of Melissa Colin, Allison Colin, Abigail Guijosa, and Benjamin Guijosa; dear brother to three brothers and one sister; and treasured friend,...
Linda Marie Strunk
Nov 25, 2024
Linda Marie Strunk passed away peacefully at the age of 75; daughter of the late Russell Hamilton and the late Betty Hamilton nee Waeltz; cherished mother of Jason Strunk and Leslie (Jack) Hill; loving grandmother of Myka Hill, Jackson Hill and Grayson Hill; She also leaves behind her siblings Russell (Kathy) Hamilton, Frank (Kris) Hamilton, BJ (Dave) Toeniskoetter and Sherry...
Elsie I. Allen
Nov 25, 2024
Elsie Imelda Allen (Heckman)
We are saddened to announce the passing of Elsie I. Allen. Beloved wife of the late Charles R. Allen; dear mother of Sandra, Ann (Allen) Bryant and husband Richard, Michael and wife Bridget (Kinealy) and son Robert; dear grandmother of Nicholas and Catherine Allen. Elsie's passing was preceded by her brother George Heckman and sister Leona Curtis.
Elsie...
John Patrick Williams
Nov 24, 2024
John Patrick Williams, a beloved figure and cherished family member, entered into rest on November 24, 2024 in Creve Coeur, Missouri. Born on April 9, 1959, in Saint Louis, Missouri, John lived a life rich with experiences, humor, and wisdom that will long be remembered by those who knew him.
He dedicated of his life to education, culminating in the achievement...
Joan Katherine Theis Gagnepain
Nov 23, 2024
Gagnepain, Joan Katherine (nee Theis) of Sunset Hills, Missouri, was born July 29, 1941, in St. Louis Missouri to Richard and Willma (nee Schmidt) Theis, and entered into heaven singing with Jesus Saturday November 23, 2024, in Sunset Hills Missouri, at the age 83.
She was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Wilma Theis and Stepfather George Iggens; and...
Judy K. Beckey
Nov 23, 2024
Judith "Judy" Kay Beckey, nee Gutmann, passed away on Saturday November 23, 2024, at the age of 81. She went peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Loving daughter of the late Louise, nee Beitler, and the late Milton Gutmann; loving life Partner Janice; loving sister Cheryl Pruitt(Duane); loving mother of daughter Karen (Mark) Briggs and son the late David; loving...
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