Obituaries

Don A. Sturgess

Don A. Sturgess

Aug 6, 2024

Donald A. Sturgess entered into rest on Tuesday August 6, 2024, at the age of 86. Loving husband of Donna Sturgess, nee Brownlie; loving father of Andy Sturgess and Allison Sturgess; loving stepfather of Kelly (Bobby) Lyemance and Jennifer (Byron); doting grandfather of Sarah (Scott) Childs and Madeline Sturgess; step grandfather to Carter, Rylin, Bella, and Camille; great-grandfather of Brody...

Xadrian M. Johnson

Xadrian M. Johnson

Aug 5, 2024

Xadrian M. Johnson passed away on Monday August 5, 2024, at the age of 10, mere weeks before starting the fifth grade. Cherished son of Chivina Johnson and Kendall Mathews; devoted older brother of Ezra Johnson; beloved grandson of Cattrena and Jose Cordero, Anthony Phinney, and Linda Blackwell; dear nephew of Chelsey Phinney, Carla Phinney, Anthony Phinney, Lucina Cordero, Junior...

Jerry Michael Crump

Jerry Michael Crump

Aug 1, 2024

In Loving Memory of Jerry Michael Crump

Jerry Michael Crump, born on November 11, 1944, in Amherst, Texas, to Iola Keithley and Ernest Wayne Crump, passed away at home on August 1, 2024 surrounded by family, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. A cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Jerry's life was a testament to strength, dedication, optimism and...

Charles David Lightfoot

Charles David Lightfoot

Jul 31, 2024

Charles “Charlie" David Lightfoot, born on August 16, 1954, in St. Louis, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. 

Charlie loved his family and farming. He dedicated his life to Lightfoot Farms. He had a big heart and was always willing to help anyone in need.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and...

Peggy S. Weiler

Peggy S. Weiler

Jul 31, 2024

**Peggy S. Weiler**

*April 23, 1934 – July 31, 2024*

Peggy Sue (Cooper) Weiler, age 90, of St. Louis, MO, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, of natural causes. She was born in East Prairie, Missouri, and graduated from Anniston High School before attending secretarial school.

In 1956, Peggy married Donald Weiler. Together, they shared 67 years of marriage and raised four...

Gerard "Jerry" Charles Keppler

Gerard "Jerry" Charles Keppler

Jul 29, 2024

Gerard “Jerry” Keppler lost his battle with cancer on July 29, 2024. Husband of Carol Keppler, nee Douglas, beloved son of the late Charles E. and the late June L., nee Graeff, Keppler, father of Charles (Holly) Keppler, brother of the late Gina Keppler and Lauren Keppler. Jerry was also a dear grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and dear friend who...

Mark Schimmer

Mark Schimmer

Jul 28, 2024

A memorial service for Mark will be held on Saturday August 10, 2024, starting at 11:00 a.m. at John L. Ziegenhein & Sons South City Chapel 7027 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute in memory of Mark.



Mark's full obituary can be read Here

David Lee Tuttle Sr.

David Lee Tuttle Sr.

Jul 27, 2024

David Lee Tuttle, born September 17, 1947, to parents the late Charles Leroy and Alta Marie, nee Patton, Tuttle, in St. Louis City, passed away on July 27, 2024 in St. Charles, MO. He was a loving husband to Rosemary Tuttle nee Hartman, a dedicated father to his son David James, and a dear brother to multiple siblings. 

David's life was...

Dolores "Dee" Ellen Toth

Dolores "Dee" Ellen Toth

Jul 27, 2024

Toth, Dolores (Dee/Do) Ellen Whaley (Mudd). Born March 23, 1946, was called home on Saturday July 27, 2024. Daughter of the late Charles J. and Ila Dale Whaley. Devoted wife of William "Bill" Gary Toth for 38 years. Loving mother of Linda Marie Mudd, Scott Collins (Tammy) Mudd, and the late Steven Joseph Mudd. Adoring grandmother of Phillip David Mudd...

Judith Nancy Bruegger

Judith Nancy Bruegger

Jul 24, 2024

Judith N. “Judy” (née Harris) Bruegger

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at the age of 83. Preceded in death by her husband, Paul Bruegger; parents, Euland “Tom” and Sylvia (nee Wodecker) Harris, and her sisters, LaRita (surviving Art) Hovis, Jeannine (the late Harold) Sullentrup, and Marilyn Harris. Judy is survived by her brother,...

Susanne "Sue" Winzen

Susanne "Sue" Winzen

Jul 24, 2024

Susanne "Sweet Sue" Marie Winzen, nee Becker, passed away as she lived - with dignity- on Wednesday July 24, 2024, at the age of 93. Beloved wife for 69 years to the late Edward A. Winzen; devoted mother of Diane (the late Ed) May, Stephen "Steve" (Sheri) Winzen, Randall "Randy" (Cindy) Winzen, Richard "Rick" (Lori Paine) Winzen, the late Daniel...

Peggy Ann Morehouse

Peggy Ann Morehouse

Jul 22, 2024

Peggy Ann Morehouse, nee Schick, passed away on Monday July 22, 2024, at the age of 85. Loving mother of Sandy (Don) Moser and Ken (Patty) Morehouse; cherished grandmother of Renee (Ryan), Tiffany (Robert), and Ted (Lindsey); blessed great-grandmother of Mya, Mason, Gabriella, and Gannon; dear cousin of Carol (Kevin), Ryan (Jessie), and Eric; dear cousin once removed of Henry,...

Eliot Gregory Karambelas

Eliot Gregory Karambelas

Jul 16, 2024

Eliot Gregory Karambelas unexpectedly passed away from natural causes Tuesday afternoon, July 16, 2024, in St. Louis, Missouri. Although a resident of St. Louis for the past several years, Eliot was a diehard native New Yorker who was making plans to return to familiar surroundings to be among relatives, friends, and acquaintances in his home state.

Eliot was born in Brooklyn...

Eli William "Sqeegie" Schrader

Eli William "Sqeegie" Schrader

Jul 12, 2024

Eli William “Sqeegie” Schrader entered into rest on Friday July 12, 2024, at the age of 36. Survived by cherished mother Lisa Lashley (nee Weindell); father Donald John Schrader; beloved siblings and best friends Tyler Schrader and Sarrah (Thomas Clayton) Adams; blessed niece and nephew Sage and Uriah; dear grandmother Wanda Ann Schrader (nee Dingman); aunts and uncles William C....

Florence Nieder

Florence Nieder

Jul 12, 2024

Nieder, Florence (nee Scheadler) Passed peacefully on July 12, 2024. Loving wife of the late Maurice “Tom” Nieder; dear mother of Rick (Nancy) Nieder, Dan Nieder, and Tom Nieder; grandmother of Christy (the late Jeff) Patton, Brian (Megan) Nieder, David (Courtney) Nieder, Jessica (Kenny) Leesmann, Ashley Nieder, Sam Nieder, Max Nieder, and Thomas Nieder; great-grandmother of Keira, Mary Rose, Jeffrey,...

Erwin C. Werner

Erwin C. Werner

Jul 11, 2024

Werner, Erwin C. entered into rest on Friday, July 11, 2024.

Beloved husband of the late Shirley L. (nee Juelfs) Werner; Dear father of Joseph (Gail), Barb (Gene) Glasscock, Terry (Jeanne) and Sharon; cherished grandfather of Stacey (Joey) McCoy, Emily, Adam (Bob Koester), and Lindsay Werner (Sean McGarity); great grandfather of Aiden McCoy and Evelyn Werner-McGarity; dear uncle, cousin and friend.

SERVICES:...

Anneliese Porcillie

Anneliese Porcillie

Jul 11, 2024

Anneliese Pourcillie, nee Knödler, entered into rest on Thursday July 11, 2024, at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Paul Pourcillie Sr.; cherished mother of the late James “Jim” (surviving Jackie Merrit) Dyer and of bonus children Sandy and Paul Jr.; dear sister of Gatrid, Kurt, and the late Aldorf; aunt of Gabi Ackermann and Joan Wiggers;...

Daniel Thomas Speaks Sr.

Daniel Thomas Speaks Sr.

Jul 10, 2024

Daniel "Dan" Thomas Speaks Sr. passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 10, 2024, at the age of 61, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Janis (nee Walker); devoted father of Daniel Jr. (Megan), Matthew (Janel), and Timothy; blessed pawpaw of Phoebe, Luke, and Gianna; cherished son of Carmen (the late Jim) Roeder; preceded in death by father William "Bill"...

Jane Hackett

Jane Hackett

Jul 8, 2024

Jane Hackett peacefully entered into rest on Monday, July 8, 2024, at the age of 84. Surrounded by her family, Jane is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband Dan Hackett (56 years of marriage). Devoted mother of Brian (Molly), Brad (Karen), Chris (Lisa), Michelle Craig (Stefan) and Jenny Dasher. The cherished grandmother of Casey, Jason, Ben, Drew, Anna, Gina,...

Ellie Riedy

Ellie Riedy

Jul 4, 2024

Ellie Riedy stopped living on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at 9:28pm at the age of 90 years old, during a glorious fireworks display, guiding her to her homecoming. Born of the late Ralph and Eva Dwelle nee Flanders; Ellie’s late spouse Julius Riedy preceded her in death; cherished mother of Kimberley Riedy and Karen (Ken) Scholle; beloved grandmother to Brionne...

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