Obituaries

Michael "Mike" J. Berry

Michael "Mike" J. Berry

Aug 17, 2025

Michael "Mike" J. Berry, a dedicated father, beloved son, cherished grandfather, and dear friend, passed away peacefully in Saint Louis, MO, on August 17, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on February 16, 1957, in Saint Louis, Mike spent his life in the community he loved, demonstrating a commitment to hard work, generosity, and an unwavering passion for bringing...

Karen Twillmann

Karen Twillmann

Aug 17, 2025

Twillmann, Karen (nee Weiss), asleep in Jesus on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the age of 78.

Karen was born to her treasured parents the late Eugene and Mary (nee Caradonna) Weiss on July 31, 1947.

Karen was a Riverview graduate and a member of the Volleyball group. Karen’s adoration for her grandchildren was endless, and she valued every moment spent with...

Charles J. Russo, Jr.

Charles J. Russo, Jr.

Aug 17, 2025

Charles Joseph Russo Jr. (known as “Charlie” or, to his siblings, “Joe”), 69, of St. Louis, MO, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025, after a lengthy illness and hospitalization. He was a fighter until the very end.

Charlie was born on April 20, 1956, to his parents Charles Joseph Russo Sr. and Doris Russo, who preceded him in death. He...

Marian "Janet" Stucky

Marian "Janet" Stucky

Aug 16, 2025

Marian “Janet” Stucky passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the age of 90. She was the cherished daughter of the late Arthur Brewer and Pearl (née Burge), and the beloved wife of the late Thomas G. Stucky, with whom she shared 43 wonderful years of marriage.

Janet was a devoted mother to Donna (the late Don) Bussert, Thomas...

Jeanette Olga Kouba

Jeanette Olga Kouba

Aug 15, 2025

Kouba, Jeanette O, nee Werkmeister, Baptized into the Hope of Christ's Resurrection on Friday August 15, 2025, at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Rudolph “Rudy” J. Kouba; dear sister of the late Marian J. Weldele, Russell C. (Henrietta) Werkmeister, the late M. Eileen Pagano, and the late Donald Werkmeister; treasured aunt, great-aunt, sister-in-law, cousin and friend...

Dianne J. Finney

Dianne J. Finney

Aug 15, 2025

Dianne J. Finney passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the age of 84. She was the beloved daughter of the late Leonard and Virginia Voegele (née Auer), and the devoted wife of the late Earl G. Finney. Dianne was a loving mother to the late Christina Finney and the late Victoria Finney, and a cherished grandmother to...

Allan Belko

Allan Belko

Aug 14, 2025

 Allan P. Belko passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the age of 82. Born to the late John and Shirley Belko (née Seib), Allan was a devoted son, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.

He was the beloved brother of the late Susan Ruecker (survived by Rick), and a cherished...

Bonnie M. Wideman

Bonnie M. Wideman

Aug 14, 2025

Bonnie Wideman, whose life spanned a century of remarkable change, passed away peacefully at the age of 100 on August 14, 2025. Born on September 20, 1924, in DeSoto, Missouri, Bonnie lived a life full of fortitude & resilience

She entered the world alongside her twin sister Betty, with whom she shared a cherished bond. Betty preceded her in death, but...

Arlene E. Burk (Phillips)

Arlene E. Burk (Phillips)

Aug 12, 2025

Arlene E. Burk (Phillips) passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born to the late Earl and Margaret Burk (née Wesselmann), Arlene lived a life full of grace, strength, and sparkle. She was the devoted mother of Sean (Nicole) Phillips and Tiffany Lang, and...

Frank E. Clymer

Frank E. Clymer

Aug 9, 2025

Frank E. Clymer of Saint Peters, Missouri, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the age of 95. Beloved husband of the late Ramona Clymer, nee Lohrberg, son of the late Daniel and Marie Clymer, devoted father of Judith (Douglas) Bagby and John (Patricia) Clymer, loving grandfather of Michael Profeta and Grace Clymer, and brother of the late Marguerite Aguire.

Frank...

Christine Marie Schmittgens Lorenz

Christine Marie Schmittgens Lorenz

Aug 7, 2025

Christine Marie Lorenz, nee Schmittgens, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed peacefully at home with her family on Thursday August 7, 2025, at the age of 73. Known for her commitment to helping others, her gentle and compassionate spirit, and her passion for teaching, she touched countless lives in and out of the classroom.

Born and raised in St....

Andrew Michael Scherer I

Andrew Michael Scherer I

Aug 6, 2025

Andrew Michael Scherer, 49, (Andy) of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away August 6th 2025. He was born on November 15th 1975 in St. Louis County.

In Andrew’s early life he played baseball and hockey and spoke very highly of those memories. He graduated from Bayless Highschool, and worked for FedEx through his 20s, but quickly joined the local 1 electrical union...

Virginia Lorraine Bartz

Virginia Lorraine Bartz

Aug 6, 2025

Virginia L. Bartz, nee Hartmann, 86, asleep in Jesus on August 6, 2025. Beloved wife of 63 years to W. Richard Bartz, treasured mother of Carla Bartz, Kevin (Deborah) Bartz, and Michael Bartz, cherished grandmother of Sarah and Christopher Bartz, dear sister of Doris Seevers, Robert (Esther) Hartmann, and the late Raymond Hartmann, his wife Judy survives. She is also...

Alice D. Wilken

Alice D. Wilken

Aug 5, 2025

Alice D. Wilken, nee Dittmaier, entered into rest on Tuesday August 5, 2025, two days before her 92nd birthday. Beloved wife of and reunited with the late William V. Wilken; devoted mother of Janice (John) Dempsey, Karen Wilken, William J. (Jennifer) Wilken, and Thomas (Denise) Wilken; cherished grandmother of Thomas (Kirsten), Caitlin (Connor), Madison, Haley, Jake, David (Alyssa), and Victoria...

Vickie Callahan

Vickie Callahan

Aug 1, 2025

Vickie Darlene Callahan

June 20, 1952 – August 1,2025

Vickie passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025 after a short battle with cancer. Up until the end Vickie maintained her kindness, grace, compassion, appreciation of beauty, love of family and friends, and expressed gratitude for her long life, full of wonderful and varied experiences.

She was born in Mt. Vernon, IL. in 1952...

Brystol Rae Dodd

Brystol Rae Dodd

Jul 29, 2025

Brystol Rae Dodd, age 19, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Born on March 22, 2006, Brystol was a radiant soul whose fiery spirit and nurturing heart touched everyone she met.

She was the beloved daughter of Kimberly and Stephen Dodd, and a cherished sister to Peyton and Riley Dodd. Brystol...

Rosemarie "Oma" Sayer

Rosemarie "Oma" Sayer

Jul 29, 2025

Surrounded by the boundless love of her family, Rosemarie Sayer passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the age of 93. Her loving care, curiosity, and zest for life leaves behind an everlasting imprint on all who knew her.

Born to the late Wilhelm and Luise Pflueger (née Litchenberger), Rosemarie was the beloved wife of the late Eugene Sayer,...

Audrey Zaron

Audrey Zaron

Jul 27, 2025

Audrey Zaron (née Siefert), age 100, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born to the late Harry and Rose Siefert (née Heinz), Audrey lived a full century marked by unwavering faith, deep devotion to her family, and a life of quiet strength and grace.

Beloved wife of the late Pete Zaron, Audrey...

James Anthony Deken

James Anthony Deken

Jul 24, 2025

Deken, James Anthony, asleep in Christ on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at age 76. Beloved husband of the late Paula R. Deken (née Swan) for 44 years. Devoted father of Stewart (Whitney) Deken, Stephen (Michelle) Deken, Sean (Julie) Deken, and Sebastian Deken (Brett White). Loving grandfather of Justin Hiebert, Ryan Deken, Al Deken, Joanna Deken, and Annalise Hastey Deken. Beloved...

Dr. Bradley James Rowe PhD

Dr. Bradley James Rowe PhD

Jul 23, 2025

Bradley James Rowe was born on November 30, 1970, in St. Louis, Missouri, to parents Beverly and the late Richard Rowe. He joins his father as well as his beloved grandparents, Anna and Charles Rowe and Evelyn and James Maher. Brad is survived by his wife Kris, his children Katie and James, his mother Beverly, as well as his aunt...