Obituaries

Gene M. Matlock Sr.

Gene M. Matlock Sr.

Jun 27, 2024

Gene M. Matlock Sr. Asleep in Jesus suddenly on Thursday June 27, 2024, at the age of 82. Preceded in death by and reunited with beloved wife Carolyn Arleen Matlock, nee Aumann, and dear siblings Max Matlock, Robert Matlock, Maxine Gilmore, and Virginia Matlock. Cherished father of Debbra Lynn (the late Kevin) Reither, nee Matlock, and Gene M. Matlock Jr.;...

Donald Francis

Donald Francis

Jun 24, 2024

Donald Francis entered into rest on Monday, June 24, 2024, at the age of 86; son of the late George W. Francis and the late Gertrude nee Lawson; dedicated husband of Lucy Francis nee Bagwell; dear brother of Cathy Ward, Shirley Kenningham and the late George Francis Jr.; loving father to the late Kevin Francis; cherished uncle to many nieces,...

Peter James Brennan

Peter James Brennan

Jun 24, 2024

Peter James Brennan passed away peacefully on June 24, 2024, at the age of 55. Son of James and the late Sue Bundstein,   proud father of Caitlin and James P. Brennan, beloved brother to Jeff, Scott, and Matthew. Peter leaves behind a niece, nephews, and many dear friends.

Peter was employed at Webster Groves Presbyterian Church and was previously employed...

Daniel Frank Ward

Daniel Frank Ward

Jun 23, 2024

Daniel Frank Ward passed away peacefully Sunday, June 23, 2024; son of the late Doyle Ward and the late Mary Ann Ward nee Wangless; Beloved husband of the late June R. Ward nee Hooks; brother to Mary (the late Dale) Menke; Loving dad of the late Tom, survived by Vicki (Del), Jeff (Karen) & Tracy (Dave); Dear grandpa of Josh,...

Virginia "Ginny" Louise Haselhorst

Virginia "Ginny" Louise Haselhorst

Jun 21, 2024

Virginia “Ginny” Louise Haselhorst, nee Wiengardt, Asleep in Jesus on Friday June 21, 2024, at the age of 92. Reunited in Heaven with beloved husband, the late Peter M. Haselhorst, and dear siblings the late Oliver, the late Betty, the late Connie, the late Charles, and the late Jane. Ginny is survived by cherished children Nancy (Tony Arguello) Haselhorst and...

Harry W. Hadd

Harry W. Hadd

Jun 20, 2024

On Thursday June 20th, 2024, Harry William Hadd, loving grandfather, uncle, and father-in-law, passed away at the age of 88 from complications due to Colon cancer. He had many other titles during his life: husband, father, seminarian, Teacher, Principal, landlord, and Chicago Cub’s fan. You name one; he probably had it, or at least tried it. He was not afraid...

Michael Joseph Barnes Sr.

Michael Joseph Barnes Sr.

Jun 19, 2024

Michael Joseph Barnes Sr., born on December 15, 1959, peacefully made his final Irish goodbye on June 19, 2024. He was born to the late James Robert Barnes Jr. and the late Shirley Evaline Barnes (nee Shaw) in St. Louis, MO. Michael’s life touched many hearts, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. He leaves behind many loved...

Jean E. Kovarik

Jean E. Kovarik

Jun 18, 2024

Kovarik, Jean E. Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on June 18, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Charles H. Kovarik; loving mother of Ed (Teresa), Jerry (Kristina), Charles (Diane) and Chris (Michelle) Kovarik; loving grandma of Joseph (Cheryl), Neil, Susie, Justina (Adam), Jessica (Nick), Taleen, Jared (Casey), Julie, John, Matthew and Adam; cherished great-grandmother of Caleb, Brianna,...

Elaine Doris Jacko

Elaine Doris Jacko

Jun 14, 2024

Elaine Jacko, a life-long resident of St. Louis, MO left on her final journey June 14, 2024. Wife of the late Stephen A. Jacko, sister of the late Carol Merritt, mother of Jerry (Jayne) Jacko and Christine (David) Aschbacher. Adored Grandma of Craig (Tedi) Jacko, Heidi Aschbacher both of Denver, CO, and Derek Aschbacher of Madison, WI. Dear Great Grandmother...

Greg Suda

Greg Suda

Jun 13, 2024

Gregory F. Suda Entered into rest on Thursday June 13, 2024, one week after his 65th birthday. Devoted husband, dad, papa, brother, son, uncle and friend. Survived by wife Lisa, nee Ciolino, Suda of 22 years. Beloved father to four beautiful daughters; Ashley (Micheal) McCusker, Tiffany (Tom) Bruss, Brittany VonOehsen, and Lauren VonOehsen. His legacy will continue through his cherished...

Frederick Steffen

Frederick Steffen

Jun 11, 2024

Steffen, Jr., Frederick F. Age 88, passed peacefully on June 11. Born on January 26, 1936, to Fred and Laura Steffen. Beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin, and a fun and trusted friend to many. 

Fred has resided in the City of St. Louis his entire life, serving the City first as a St. Louis Firefighter from 1962 to 1977 and later serving as the Clerk of...

Patricia Ann Tutin

Patricia Ann Tutin

Jun 10, 2024

Patricia Ann Tutin (Westerhold) passed peacefully to be home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, surrounded by loved ones, on June 10, 2024. A proud lifelong native of St. Louis, Missouri, Patricia was born to the late Walter and Mabel Westerhold on October 2, 1936. She married the late Andrew Tutin, Sr., on May 18, 1957, enjoying more than...

Patsy Johnson

Patsy Johnson

Jun 10, 2024

Patsy Johnson, nee Boyce, passed away on Monday June 10, 2024, at the age of 87. 

Preceded in death by, and reunited with parents Albert and Floy, nee Fritz, Boyce; husband Charles Johnson; sons Kenneth Johnson and Christopher Johnson; and siblings Donald Boyce, Richard Boyce, Robert Boyce, Lois Apple, and Mary Brown. 

Survived by beloved children Kelli Melbrod, Steven Johnson, and Alan...

Denise Lynn Easton

Denise Lynn Easton

Jun 9, 2024

Denise Lynn Easton

December 26, 1960 – June 9, 2024

 

Denise Lynn Easton, Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at the age of 63. Denise was preceded in death by her parents James and Barbara A., nee Werges, Easton. She is survived by her son Christopher (Katherine Guittar-Jones) Jones, brothers Daniel (Vicki) Easton, Dennis (Phyllis)...

Leta L. Zink

Leta L. Zink

Jun 9, 2024

Leta L. Zink, nee Abney, passed away on Sunday June 9, 2024, at the age of 87. Loving daughter of the late Charles and the late Cora, nee Meyer, Abney; beloved wife of 68 years to Valentine "Val" Zink; devoted mother to Karen (Dale) Werner, Stephen (Anna) Zink, and Valentine "Sam" (Kara) Zink; treasured grandmother of Kurtis (Rachel) Werner, Kristen...

Richard Raymond Raffel

Richard Raymond Raffel

Jun 7, 2024

RICHARD RAYMOND RAFFEL, CAPTAIN (MUSTANG), UNITED STATES MARINE CORP (RETIRED) passed away Friday, June 7, 2024, at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Sandra Jean Brown nee Bentler; son of the late Richard and Myrtle nee Henne Raffel; loving father of the late Michele (the late Michael) Raffel Rath, and Karen Marie Phillips; devoted grandfather of Dylan Lozano, Ethan...

Viki Lynn Bierman

Viki Lynn Bierman

Jun 7, 2024

Viki Lynn Bierman, nee Hoeltge, passed away on Friday June 7, 2024, at the age of 75. Born the summer of 1948 in St. Louis to parents the late Richard and the late Dorothy, nee Loncaric, Hoeltge. Survived by beloved husband Willie Franks; cherished son Will (Rocio) Franks; treasured grandchildren Santiago Franks, Alexandra Franks, Andres Rendon, and Rosy Rendon, and great-grandchild Eliel Morales; dear siblings Richard Hoeltege Jr. and Michelle Koerner; as well as...

Audrey M. Smith

Audrey M. Smith

Jun 5, 2024

Audrey M. Smith, affectionately known as "Lil Aud," fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on June 5, 2024, in Saint Louis at the age of 102. She was born on September 3, 1921, in Saint Louis City, MO, to the late August C. and Marie (nee Imhof) Friehs. Audrey lived a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and true...

Eugene "Gene" L. Hensley

Eugene "Gene" L. Hensley

Jun 3, 2024

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Eugene “Gene” L. Hensley, who left us on June 3, 2024. Born on May 4, 1940, Gene’s life was characterized by his unwavering dedication to family and friends.

Gene’s legacy lives on through his surviving family, his son Michael W. (Molly) Hensley, daughter Debra A. (Steve) Serot, grandsons Adam M. Hensley, Alex M....

Brenda S. Sipp

Brenda S. Sipp

Jun 3, 2024

A Life Well-Lived

Remembering Brenda Sharleen (Wolford) Sipp

On Monday, June 3, 2024, the world lost a radiant soul when Brenda Sharlene (Wolford) Sipp, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and cherished friend, passed away at the age of 82. Born on January 26, 1942, in Dorena, Missouri, to the late Alton D. Wolford and Nina Mae Rettig Wolford, Brenda's life...