Janice E. Emich
Jan 23, 2024
Janice Bingenheimer Emich, 94, of Miami, Florida passed away on January 23, 2024. She was born on October 1, 1929, in St. Louis, Missouri. Janice was a beloved mother, accomplished musician, dedicated teacher, and animal welfare advocate. During the 1940s and 1950s Janice was a member of the popular Pat Miller Orchestra, showcasing her musical talents on the saxophone, clarinet,...
John S. Kriszt
Jan 23, 2024
John S. Kriszt passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 23, 2024, at the age of 71. John was born Tuesday July 22, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri to parents the late Edward J. and the late Audrey (Mehee) Kriszt.
He is survived by his loving wife Candida Kriszt (Hernandez); daughters Maria Kriszt and Tokina Ayeshah Kerri; stepdaughters Sonia Loza, Daysi Van...
Shirley Claire Gorris
Jan 22, 2024
Shirley Claire Gorris, nee Pillman, passed away on Monday January 22, 2024, at the age of 91. Precious daughter of parents the late Richard and Clara, nee Hennen, Pillman; beloved wife of the late Donald Gorris; devoted mother of Frankie Bonuso, Nancy (Mark) Carroll, the late Linda Neibert, and Gary (Donna) Bonuso; cherished grandmother to 10 and great-grandmother to 13; dear sister to the late...
Louis "Lou" J. Sampel, Jr.
Jan 22, 2024
Louis Joseph Sampel Jr., 86, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, January 22, 2024. Lou was born on December 4, 1937 in Saint Louis, Missouri, the son of Louis and Theresa (Uhl) Sampel. He was the loving husband of Mary Sampel for 40 wonderful years.
Louis shared three beautiful children with his first wife, Ruthann (Baehr) Sampel. He was...
Caroline Loretta Cooke
Jan 21, 2024
Caroline Loretta Cooke (nee Kennah) passed peacefully surrounded by family on January 21st, 2024. Born to Aloysius and Irene Kennah in St. Louis, MO on June 3rd, 1940, she attended St. Luke’s elementary school and St. Joseph’s Academy. On a blind date in 1961 she met and fell in love with William “Bill” Cooke and they married at St. Luke’s in 1962.
She...
Peggy Jayne Niemeyer
Jan 20, 2024
Niemeyer, Peggy J. (nee Doyle)
Peggy J. Niemeyer peacefully entered into rest on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at the age of 96. She was the beloved wife of the late Fred Niemeyer and the dear mother of Robert (Jenny), Terry (Pam), and James (Candy) Niemeyer. Peggy will be forever cherished as a loving grandmother by Scott, Kristin, Kelley, Tracey, John, the...
Priscilla Doelling
Jan 19, 2024
Priscilla Doelling, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024, in Affton, Missouri. She was born on May 27, 1925, in Addieville, Illinois, to parents Emma and Herbert Gaebe. Priscilla's life was filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories that will forever be held close to the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Priscilla's...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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