Obituaries

Edward Franklin Wood Jr.

Edward Franklin Wood Jr.

Jan 18, 2024

Edward Franklin Wood Jr., affectionately known as Ed, peacefully passed away on January 18, 2024. Born on August 30, 1934, in Saint Louis, Missouri, he was the son of the late Edward (Ted) and Sarah Jane Wood, nee Conrad.

Ed was a graduate of Beaumont High School and a member of Wesley United Methodist church in North St. Louis. He married...

Dolores Ann Trokey

Dolores Ann Trokey

Jan 14, 2024

Dolores A. Trokey, nee Dralle, 88, passed away January 14, 2024. Daughter of the late Gustave and the late Martha, nee Hasebrock, Dralle Sr., wife of the late Virgil E. Trokey, sister of the late Linda Heublien, the late Melba Roeckeman, the late Ruby Dralle, the late Gustave Dralle Jr. and Wilma Colyer. She also leaves behind her bonus family,...

Frances C. Schuh

Frances C. Schuh

Jan 14, 2024

Schuh, Frances C. (nee Reichardt)

Entered into rest January 14, 2024.

Beloved wife of the late John J. Schuh; dear mother of John (Karen), Judith (John) Simino & Edward (the late of Diann) Schuh; cherished grandmother of John, Michael, Kimberly, Michele, Jeannette & Andrea; and great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.

 

SERVICES: Visitation Mon. January 22nd from 4pm until 8pm...

Mary D. Monken

Mary D. Monken

Jan 14, 2024

Mary D. Monken, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024, in her hometown of Saint Louis. She was born on July 3, 1954, to the late Gregory and Elva Hardebeck.Mary will always be remembered for her unwavering love and dedication to her family. She was a devoted wife to the late Lawrence C....

Dennis W. Corcoran

Dennis W. Corcoran

Jan 10, 2024

Dennis W. Corcoran, affectionately known as Denny, passed on January 10, 2024, in his hometown of Saint Louis. He was a remarkable individual who led a fulfilling and vibrant life. Born on February 1, 1941, Denny was raised in Saint Louis by his loving parents, the late William and the late Barbara Corcoran. Alongside his two sisters, the late Patricia...

Nancy Mae Franz-Kristmann

Nancy Mae Franz-Kristmann

Jan 10, 2024



Nancy Mae Franz-Kristmann 

 

Daughter of Edward and Ora Riekenberg; wife of William L. Franz (deceased) and John A. Kristmann (deceased); mother of: William S. (Bill) Franz (Norma); Richard E. Franz (Karen); and Barbara M. Lukowski (Steve). Step-Mother to: Mark Kristmann (Donna, deceased);  John L. Kristmann (Ramona); Diana Rewczuk (John); and Deborah Huitt (David). Grandma to: Amy Schipper; Zachary Franz; Raechel Lukowski;...

Nelda Ann Rogers

Nelda Ann Rogers

Jan 8, 2024

  Nelda Ann (Preston) Rogers passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Friendship Village of Sunset Hills, MO.  Nelda was born in Carrollton, MO, to Roy Lee and Lola May (Murray) Preston on April 4, 1933.  She was the youngest of eight children, all of whom preceded her in death.  She is survived by her husband, Gerald Martin Rogers,...

Karl Marvin Witzel

Karl Marvin Witzel

Jan 8, 2024

Karl Marvin Witzel passed away on Monday January 8, 2024, at the age of 57. Preceded in death by parents Paul and Marian Witzel (nee Stuckmeyer). Survived by his beloved brother Kurt Witzel, beloved sister-in-law Celeste, his beloved Aunt Bev, many beloved cousins and other relatives, and many dear friends.  

Born in St. Louis, Karl was a graduate of Oakville High School, class...

Trudy Elizabeth Signorino

Trudy Elizabeth Signorino

Jan 7, 2024

Signorino, Trudy E., was born to the late Hans Heller, Margaret (nee Yuric) and Conrad Oswald and entered into rest Sunday, January 7, 2024, at the age of 81 years.

She is survived by her husband, Bernardo Signorino, two children, Matteo (Mia) Signorino and Mario (Jaime) Signorino, two grandchildren, Leo Signorino and Joanie Signorino, and many other relatives, step siblings,...

William Earl Dees

William Earl Dees

Jan 6, 2024

William (Bill) Dees passed away on January 6, 2024, at the age of ninety after a lengthy illness. Bill, a beloved husband, was married for forty-three years to Dr. Pamela Dees. He was a devoted father to Tracy (David) Landrus and stepfather to Jennifer (Keith) Grabner. He had one grandson, Garrett (Michelle) Landrus of Phoenix, Arizona; three step-grandchildren, Ben, Nick,...

Caleb Jahmir Irby

Caleb Jahmir Irby

Jan 5, 2024

Caleb Jahmir Irby, born February 15, 2023, went to be with Jesus on January 5, 2024. Beloved son of Jarred L. and Ana T. (nee Noa) Irby, dear brother of Lacie and Dembe Irby, cherished grandson of Carlos and Cathy (nee Krane) Noa, Eddie and Marnell Irby, and the late Sandra Irby (nee Blair), adored great grandson of Phil and...

Janice Louise Battles

Janice Louise Battles

Dec 31, 2023

Janice Louise Battles (nee Scherting) passed away on December 31, 2023. Janice was born on November 1, 1950, in St. Louis, Missouri. Janice was the daughter of Joseph John Scherting and Johanna “Jenny” Mary Scherting.

Survived by her husband of forty-two years, Richard Joseph Battles, sister, JoAnn (Robert) Bottger and niece Cynthia (Scott) Cant.

Janice was an English teacher and...

Annette Gross

Annette Gross

Dec 31, 2023

Gross, Annette (nee Mackinaw)

Entered into rest on Dec. 31, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Howard Gross; Loving mother of Nancy (Kevin Kendrick) Green, Karen (James) Kern, Patricia Gross, and Barbara (Mike) Durbin; cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Tim), Brian, Jamie (Ryan), Lindsay (Brad) and Brendan. Great-grandmother of Jenna, Tyler, Mackenzie and Mason. Our dear aunt and friend.  

Services: Visit...

James E. Larrison Sr.

James E. Larrison Sr.

Dec 30, 2023

James E. Larrison Sr. passed away December 30, 2023. Husband of the late Donna, nee Smith, Larrison, dear father of; James (Donna), Jason (Dawn) and the late Jeffery Larrison, cherished grandfather of 7, great grandfather of 14, beloved brother of; Jack Larrison, the late Betty Funston, the late Rhonda Law, Charlotte Wiedman, Ruth Ann Larrison, and Sherri Kittel, uncle, brother-in-law,...

George H. Russell Jr.

George H. Russell Jr.

Dec 29, 2023

 

George H. Russell Jr., 68, Fortified with the Sacraments of the Holy Mother Church, December 29, 2023. Dear husband of 47 years to Kimberly Russell, nee Jinkerson, son of the late George and the late Jean, nee Edwards, Russell Sr. beloved father of Kelley (Damion O’Connell) Krull and Jason (Cara) Russell, cherished grandfather of Kyan and Kayden Krull, bonus...

David Lowell Moore

David Lowell Moore

Dec 28, 2023

David Lowell Moore entered into rest on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at the age of 85.

 

David had many talents and skills he pursued in life beyond business, his love of music, his appreciation of the written and spoken word, a natural at playing many instruments beyond his own beautiful voice he was recognized within his circle of friends. ...

Lily Ann Crocker

Lily Ann Crocker

Dec 28, 2023

Lily Ann Crocker, nee TrautweinIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lily Ann Crocker, a beloved mother, grandmother, and Montessori directress and teacher who touched the lives of many. Lily Ann, born on May 20, 1938, in St. Louis City to her parents the late George Trautwein, Jr. and the late Anna Margaret Trautwein, nee Baumgarten,...

Monica Psujek

Monica Psujek

Dec 26, 2023

Monica Psujek, 76, passed away, December 26, 2023. Daughter of the late John and the late Anna, nee Biernat, Psujek, sister of the late Paul Psujek, the late Dominic Psujek, Mark (Carmella) Psujek, Albert (Janet) Psujek, Suzanne Psujek, Marie (Martin) Psujek King, Gerard (Julie) Psujek, Franicis (Saundra) Psujek, and John A. Psujek. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews,...

Mary Lenzner

Mary Lenzner

Dec 25, 2023

Lenzner, Mary Margaret (nee Strauss)

Born December 11, 1942, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2023. She was the beloved wife of the late Phillip Lenzner for 50 years. Dearest mother to Mark, Gary, and Sandra Lenzner. Loving sister of Susan (Ric) Humphries, Jeanne Ortega, Nancy Strauss and the late William E. Strauss. Beloved grandmother of Abigale Lenzner, our dear sister- in-law, aunt, cousin,...

Teddy Jack Busch

Teddy Jack Busch

Dec 24, 2023

Teddy Jack Busch, a pillar in the community and a beloved figure, has passed away. Born on March 9, 1935, to the late Raymond and Mary Ruth Busch in Saint Louis, he was a man whose presence lit up every room he entered. Teddy's life was filled with great joy and love, and he touched the hearts of all who...

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