Rosemary M. Buchholz
Dec 29, 2024
Rosemary M. Buchholz,
Buchholz, Rosemary M. (nee Schuster) Entered into rest on December 29, 2024, at age 81. Beloved wife of the late David H. Buchholz; loving mother of Tracy (Joshua) Cullom; cherished grandmother of Tyler, Taylor and Bradley; dear sister of Betty McCormick and the late John Schuster; dear sister-in-law, aunt, cousins, and dear friend to many.
Family has chosen a...
Eileen Marie Kenney
Dec 27, 2024
Eileen Marie Kenney, nee Richard, passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Friday December 27, 2024, at the age of 92. Born and raised in St. Louis to parents the late Charles and Elizabeth, nee Endejan, Richard as the youngest of six in early March 1932. Beloved mother of Michael Kenney, the late Mary Kenney, Nancy Holley, and Stephen Kenney;...
Frances Julia Szerzinski
Dec 26, 2024
Frances J (Fannie) Szerzinski, nee Haas, made her trip to heaven on Thursday December 26, 2024, at the age of 97. Precious daughter of the late Joseph Haas Sr. and the late Frances Haas, nee Kulisek; beloved wife of the late Harry Szerzinski Sr.; devoted mother of Mark (Patty) Szerzinski and Harry (Peggy) Szerzinski Jr.; cherished grandmother of Angela (Rick)...
Gertie Modena Vancil
Dec 25, 2024
Gertie Modena Vancil, née Breedlove, a cherished soul remembered for her boundless love and kindness, left this world to enter the pearly gates of Heaven on Christmas Day, December 25th, 2024, in St. Louis, MO, surrounded by her loving family.
Gertie was born in Deer, Arkansas on February 8th, 1937, to parents the late Tom and Laura Breedlove. A devoted wife...
William "Bill" Harshaw
Dec 23, 2024
William “Bill” Harshaw Jr., born on November 26, 1945, in St. Louis, MO, entered into rest on December 23, 2024. Son of the late William Harshaw Sr. and the late Marie (Polack) Harshaw. In the mid-1950s, Bill and his parents moved to Cape Girardeau, MO, to be closer to Marie’s family.
Bill attended Trinity Lutheran School and later College High School...
Norma Joy Helfrich-Kullmann
Dec 20, 2024
HELFRICH-KULLMANN, NORMA “JOY”, (nee Someiski), AGE 88
Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, December 20, 2024, wife of the late Dale Helfrich, and the late Charles W. Kullmann, mother of Dawn (Tony) Lammert and Dale (Jenny) Helfrich, Jr., grandmother of Allison (Brendan) Dabbs, Kyle (Angie) Lammert, Sydney and Maddy. Great-grandma of Henry, Elizabeth and Lily Dabbs and Odin and...
Claire Shelley
Dec 20, 2024
Fortified by the sacraments of the Holy Catholic Church and surrounded by devoted family, Claire Shelley (nee Mueller), 95, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024 in the South County home in which she and her husband, Bill Shelley, raised their three children. Claire was born in St. Louis to the late Bill and Loretto (Wendt) Mueller. She attended St....
Geraldine "Gerry" B. Becker
Dec 20, 2024
Geraldine B Becker fell asleep in Jesus on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the age of 93.
“Gerry” was born on June 12, 1931, to Rev Anton and Esther (Mueller) Senne in Coffeyville, KS. She was baptized and confirmed into the church by her father. She graduated from Field Kindley Memorial High School in Coffeyville, and from St. John’s College in...
Charles Eugene Diemer
Dec 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles “Charlie” E. Diemer at the age of 83; Son of the late Carl Henry Diemer and Doris Elizabeth Diemer nee Vollet; brother of Dorothy (Robert) Gehbauer and Richard Diemer; Special friend of Cynthia “Cindy” Kluzak; uncle of Tracy (Michael) Voegtle, Robbie (Kristen) Gehbauer, 1 great niece, and 4...
Jewell Lydia Thompson
Dec 18, 2024
SERVICE TIMES UPDATED DUE TO WEATHER
Jewell Lydia Thompson, 103, formerly of St. Louis, Missouri, passed on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in Fruitland Park, Florida after a short illness. Jewell was born on July 30, 1921 in St. Louis, Missouri to Eugene and Lydia (Compton) Deditius. She spent her childhood in South St. Louis with her mother and siblings, John and...
Joseph A "Tony" Capriglione Jr.
Dec 18, 2024
Joseph A. "Tony" Capriglione Jr. October 14, 1947- December 18, 2024, Age 77. Beloved husband of Barb (nee Patton),.and loving father of the late Joseph A. III "Crumbs", Tiffany, Frankie, Adam, Dyana, Dominic and Dion.
Adored and treasured grandpa of Isabella (Yo), Cameron (Koothrappali), Ariana (Muliana), Bailey (Buffy), Eli (Omar) and Kyleigh (Jonesy).
Dear son of the late Helen and Joseph A....
Betty Ann Risley
Dec 18, 2024
Betty Ann Risley, nee Wray, entered into rest on Wednesday December 18, 2024, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of and reunited with the late Irvin C. Risley Sr.; devoted mother of daughter Pamela (Tom) Parlow and son Irvin C. "Chuck" (Tammy) Risley Jr.; cherished grandmother of Nicole (Cody) Rader, Jason Long, Ted Risley, Amanda (Matt) Schmitt, and Sarah...
Yvonne M. Niswonger
Dec 16, 2024
Yvonne M. Niswonger passed away peacefully, joining her husband of 55 years, the late Carl A. Niswonger. She was preceded in death by her parents the late Edward O. Schmidt and the late Jean L. Schmidt nee McFarland; she is survived by her beloved children Brenda (Larry) Mueller nee Niswonger, and Carl (Cheryl) Niswonger III; cherished grandchildren Christopher Niswonger, Corey...
Norma Jean Gross
Dec 15, 2024
Norma Jean Gross, nee Morrison, 83, passed away on December 15, 2024. Daughter of the late H. Lawrence and the late Rose Marie, nee Hill, Morrison, former wife of the late Randy Gross, mother of; Mike (Karen) Gross of Owensboro, KY and Jim (Julie) Gross of Waunakee, WI, grandmother of; Catherine (fiancé Bryce Burnett) Gross of Owensboro, KY, Amanda (Ben)...
Janice M. Merzweiler
Dec 12, 2024
Janice Merzweiler passed away on December 12, 2024, at the age of 86. A loving mother and grandmother, Janice was a beautiful soul whose kindness touched many lives, extending far beyond her immediate family. Her radiant smile brightened every room she entered.
Janice was active in her church and enjoyed traveling, as well as spending time with her friends and family.
She...
Donald Robert "Smiley" Kearns
Dec 12, 2024
Donald Robert Kearns, affectionately known as “Smiley,” age 92, of St. Louis, MO, born Nov. 1, 1932, in East St. Louis, IL, died Thursday, Dec. 12th, 2024 at Friendship Village, Sunset Hills, Missouri.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Dorothy Kearns; his children, Kathleen Ann Kearns, David Alan Kearns, and John Donald Kearns; his sister, Mary Ann Mackin;...
Roman Townsley
Dec 10, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our precious baby, Roman Townsley, who left this world on 12/10/2024. He was born on 12/10/2024 and passed away in the arms of his parents.
His life was short, but he only knew of love. Roman will be forever remembered in our hearts. He is survived by parents Steven and Christina, sister Sydney,...
Argyle Schroeck
Dec 9, 2024
Argyle Marie "Jill" Strentzsch Schroeck, a beloved healer, teacher, and counselor to many, passed away on December 9, 2024, in St. Louis, Missouri, at the age of 90 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Born on January 25, 1934, in Springfield, Missouri, she was the eldest child of Pearl Marie Ellis Strentzsch and Alfred Ivan Strentzsch, Sr., and the...
Alma Dolores "Dee" Clark
Dec 9, 2024
Alma Dolores "Dee" Clark, nee Kraft, 93, passed away peacefully December 9, 2024. Wife of 45 years to the late Charles L. Clark, daughter of the late William and Anna, nee Wilcox, Kraft, beloved mother of; Cheryl Clark, Sharon (Donald) Faulstich, and the late Karen Neumann, loving grandmother of; Marty (Dawn) Faulstich, Steven Faulstich, Alex Clark, and Shelby (Alex) Neumann-Noonkester,...
Mary Ann Raftery
Dec 8, 2024
Mary Ann Raftery (nee Schwarz) born on December 30, 1931, in Saint Louis, Missouri. Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother of Church on Sunday, December 8, 2024. A devoted mother and grandmother, she cherished her roles far beyond her early career as a secretary, embracing her family and her community with an open heart.
Mary Ann graduated from Cathedral Grade...
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