Obituaries

Lorraine Ann Rutledge

Lorraine Ann Rutledge

Jun 17, 2025

Lorraine Ann (nee Lueders) Rutledge died June 17, 2025.  Lorraine was born June 8, 1930 in St. Louis, MO to August and Helen (nee Maury) Lueders.  She was predeceased by her beloved husband of almost 73 years Ralph Raymond Rutledge, her son Thomas Steven (Rut), her parents, 1 sister Marie Mueller.

She is survived by her children Susan Rutledge, Barbara (Everett)...

Betty Jean Arendes

Betty Jean Arendes

Jun 29, 2025

Betty Jean Arendes, (nee Wegener), entered into rest on June 29, 2025, in Saint Louis, Missouri, at the age of 73. Born on July 25, 1951, in Saint Louis, Missouri. Betty was a vibrant and devoted individual who touched the lives of many through her warmth and generosity.

Betty was the beloved wife of the late Robert “Bob” Charles Arendes, Jr....

Patricia Ann Steinberg

Patricia Ann Steinberg

Jun 22, 2025

Patricia Ann Steinberg, 83 a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on June 22, 2025, in Saint Louis, Missouri. Born on November 3, 1941, in Washington, Missouri, Patricia led a life marked by compassion and dedication, most notably in her esteemed career as a registered nurse. She took great pride in her profession, exemplifying the selflessness that is characteristic...

Frank L. Sophie Sr.

Frank L. Sophie Sr.

Jun 21, 2025

Frank L. Sophie Sr., age 77, peacefully fell asleep in Jesus on Saturday, June 21, 2025. He was the beloved son of the late James Burkett and the late Esther Sophie (née Scholl).

Frank was the devoted husband of Joyce Sophie (née Mueller), his beloved partner and best friend for 54 beautiful years. Their marriage was a shining example of love,...

Joseph E. Venegoni

Joseph E. Venegoni

Jun 18, 2025

Joseph E. Venegoni, a cherished member of the Saint Louis community, passed away on June 18, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on July 31, 1943, in Saint Louis, Missouri, Joseph's life was marked by the connections he made throughout his journey.

Joseph is survived by his beloved son, Charles L. (Vickey) Venegoni, and his daughter, Jennifer L. (Colin) Regan....

Melanie I. Bircher

Melanie I. Bircher

Jun 17, 2025

Bircher, Melanie I. (née Beckemeier), age 98, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the cherished daughter of the late August C. and Melanie B. Beckemeier (née Reis), and the devoted wife of the late Dr. John L. Bircher.

Melanie was a loving and proud mother to Melanie Ann, J. Stephen (Karen)...

Frank August Hogrebe

Frank August Hogrebe

Jun 13, 2025

Frank August Hogrebe, of St. Louis, Missouri, baptized with the hope of Christ's Resurrection, passed away June 13, 2025. Born on December 22, 1970, in St. Louis, Missouri to Edwin and Joan (nee Wolf) Hogrebe. He was a devoted father to his six daughters: Emma Hogrebe, Ellie Hogrebe, Noelle Hogrebe, Isabella Hogrebe, Rosalia Hogrebe, and Isadora Hogrebe, whose lives he...

Harold "Hal" Council Jr.

Harold "Hal" Council Jr.

Jun 12, 2025

Harold “Hal” Willard Council Jr. of St. Louis, Missouri, died Thursday, June 12, 2025. He was 83 years old.

Hal was born October 6, 1941 in Memphis, Tennessee to Harold Council and Edythe Pittman. Harold was killed in World War II and Ralph Pittman became Hal’s loving, second father. Hal had two wonderful brothers: Ray Council and Chuck Pittman.

Hal met Carolyn...

Mary Jane Bowman

Mary Jane Bowman

Jun 12, 2025

Mary Jane Bowman entered into rest on Thursday June 12, 2025, at the age 87. Beloved wife of the late Bill Bowman; devoted mother of Kim (Dale) Largent, Gail (Nelson) Lacy, and the late Guy Babcock; cherished grandmother of the late Coby Babcock-Largent, Matthew Largent, Christina (Charlie) White, Rachael Lacy, and Jeffrey Babcock; blessed great-grandmother of Alexis, Quinten, Wyatt, Jaxsyn,...

Donald "Don" Graham

Donald "Don" Graham

Jun 10, 2025

Donald “Don” F. Graham entered into rest on Tuesday June 10, 2025, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Tudy Graham, nee Clarke; devoted father of Jody Graham Gillium, Corey Graham, Mike (Joan) Zahoran, Joli Zahoran, Robbie Zahoran, and the late Don Jr. Graham; cherished grandfather of Mickey Zahoran, Annie Zahoran, Marton Zahoran, Matthew (Kristen) Zahoran, Mitchell (Savannah) Zahoran,...

Joseph S. Rabin

Joseph S. Rabin

Jun 7, 2025

Rabin, Joseph S. was Baptized into the hope of Christ's Resurrection on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Joseph is survived by his beloved wife Haydee Rabin (nee Binbin); his siblings Barry (Sandra) and Patrick Rabin, Donna Halwe and Diane Rabin; his children Joey (Jennifer), Janice (Gerald), Donald and Catherine; and his grandson Justin. Joseph was a loving and caring husband, brother,...

Leigh Ann Hastings

Leigh Ann Hastings

Jun 7, 2025

Leigh Ann Hastings entered into rest far too soon on Saturday June 7, 2025, at the age of 49. Precious daughter of Jan Todd (Dane) Leslie and Gerard (Sue) Hastings; devoted mother of Breanna (Wesley) Scoular, nee Hastings; cherished grandma to Winnie and Lincoln Scoular; dear sisters Katy Williams, nee Hastings, and Samantha (Chris) Sturges, nee Todd; and many nieces...

Judy K. McCollough

Judy K. McCollough

Jun 3, 2025

Judy K. McCollough (nee Garcia-Dufaux), born on May 27, 1966, in Merritt, Canada, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in Richmond Heights, Missouri. Judy was a remarkable individual whose life was characterized by her deep love for her family and friends, as well as her well-known passion for crafts. She was known to bring joy and warmth to those...

Donald L. Hagemeyer

Donald L. Hagemeyer

Jun 3, 2025

Donald L. Hagemeyer, a beloved father, veteran, and creative spirit, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the age of 76. Son of the late Ira and Beatrice Hagemeyer nee Olliges; beloved husband of the late Mary M. Hagemeyer nee Bierman; loving father of Dawn A. Hagemeyer and the late Melissa Hagemeyer; dear brother of Charlene (the late Jerry)...

Edward Patrick Jardon

Edward Patrick Jardon

Jun 2, 2025

Edward Patrick Jardon passed away on Monday June 2, 2025, at the age of 78. Preceded in death by and reunited in heaven with daughter Hillarey. Survived by beloved wife of nearly 55 years Margaret “Marge” Jardon, nee Cooley; cherished daughter Meredith (Colum) Holtam; blessed grandsons Hugo and Felix; five brothers and five sisters, Frank Jardon (Carol Revenaugh), Joe Jardon...

Earl "Butch" T. Setchfield

Earl "Butch" T. Setchfield

May 31, 2025

Earl "Butch" T. Setchfield, born on August 5, 1941, in Saint Louis City, Missouri, Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on May 31, 2025, in Saint Louis, Missouri, surrounded by loved ones. Earl dedicated a remarkable 37 years of his career to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch newspaper, where he formed invaluable friendships with his coworkers, cultivating bonds that...

DuWayne Arthur Hall

DuWayne Arthur Hall

May 31, 2025

DuWayne Arthur Hall entered into rest on Saturday May 31, 2025, at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Maria Elena Hall, nee Gianino; devoted father of Carolyn Alvey; cherished grandfather of Stephanie Dane and the late Steven Schultz; and treasured great-grandfather of Bryce Dane. DuWayne is also survived by other relatives and dear friends.

DuWayne was born in Omaha, Nebraska...

Marilyn Ruth Mayer

Marilyn Ruth Mayer

May 28, 2025

Mayer, Marilyn R. (nee Kuehn), 90, of St. Louis, Missouri, died at Bethesda Southgate on May 28, 2025, surrounded by her children. She was preceded in death by her parents Raymond A. and Grace L. Kuehn, her sister Martha K. Roos and her loving husband Erwin W Mayer.

Marilyn was born on November 5, 1934 to Raymond A. and Grace L....

Pamela S. Rethemeyer

Pamela S. Rethemeyer

May 27, 2025

Pamela Rethemeyer, a devoted sister, beloved aunt, and treasured friend, passed away on May 27, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on November 6, 1948, in St. Louis, Missouri, Pam was the second of nine children.

Pam was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur E. and Susan F. Rethemeyer, and by her sisters Margaret M. Rethemeyer and Kathryn S....

Donna Louise Reed-Gosse

Donna Louise Reed-Gosse

May 26, 2025

Donna Louise Reed-Gosse, nee Holland, 81, passed away May 26, 2025. Mother of Cullen (Susan) Reed, grandmother of Brandon (Gelina) Reed and great grandmother of Sofia, wife of the late Pastor Ronald Gosse, and step-mother to his children; Cynthia, Brenda, Ronnie, and Robbie, and former wife of Larry Reed and former step-mother to his children; Mike, Dave, and Beth, daughter...