Ann Svoboda

Ann Svoboda passed away on September 30, 2026, at the age of 96.

Ann will be remembered as a devoted wife and mother who always put her family first. She was especially proud to be the mother of 11, and her family remained the center of her life through the years. She was deeply involved with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, and she took great joy in staying close to each of them. Her Catholic faith was an important part of her life and guided her with quiet devotion.

In her younger years, Ann enjoyed dancing and raising her family. She found happiness in caring for those she loved and building a home centered on love and togetherness. She also enjoyed watching St. Louis sports and spending time with her friends, sharing many good moments and lasting memories along the way.

In her later years, Ann loved watching game shows and doing crossword puzzles. These simple pleasures brought her comfort and enjoyment, and they were part of the daily life that those around her will remember fondly.

She leaves her children, Judy Aubuchon (Mike), Keith Svoboda (Jerri), Jim Svoboda(deceased), Mary Beth Petti (Steve), Rene Miller (Tony), Matt Svoboda (Dana), John Svoboda (Beth), Bryan Svoboda (deceased), Tricia Woods (deceased) (Jeff), Amy Russo (Mike), Jennifer Bangert (Greg); Her grandchildren, Cory Aubuchon (Hailey), Brian Aubuchon, Josh Svoboda (Samantha), Sarah (Svoboda)Olson (Derrick), Jason Svoboda (Breanne), Kelsey (Svoboda) Boggs (Nick), Jessica (Miller) Meissner (Chad), Ashley Miller, Lindsay (Svoboda) Rapert (Blake), Mandy (Svoboda) Breitenstein (Kyle), Tyler Svoboda (Amanda), Mitchell Svoboda (Kimberly), Lauren (Svoboda) Strode (Brian), Emily (Svoboda) Farmer (Adam), Kyle Svoboda (Kate), Casi (Woods) Crain (Bobby), Cody Woods (Allie), Abby (Woods) Walters, Tony Russo, Alex Russo, Jake Russo, Elly Bangert, Ethan Bangert; Her, great-grandchildren, Andrew, Landon and Austin Aubuchon, Alexis (Aubuchon) Rocha (Brian), Leah Aubuchon, Laila and Mia Svoboda, Adalynn and Aidan Olson, Harper, Hazel and Caleb Svoboda, Maci Boggs, Michael Downing, Brody, Max and Cash Meissner, Cecelia and Burke Rapert, Joey and Miller Breitenstein, Ashten and Kyler Svoboda, Kinsley Svoboda, Charlotte and Ollie Strode, Auggie and Remy Farmer, Dominic Crain, Lucy Woods, Charlie Walters; her great-great grandchildren, Ivy, Fiona and Colten Rocha; her siblings, Judy (Terry) Keran (nee Reddan); and many other family members and friends.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Svoboda; her parents, John and Sophia Reddan; her siblings, Mary Reddan, John Reddan, Rita (Reddan) Polak (Ray), Don Reddan (Marilyn), Bill Reddan (Betty), Jean (Reddan) Howell (Les), Pat (Reddan) VanRhein(Larry)

Ann’s life was marked by love for her family, faith, and the everyday moments that brought people together. She leaves behind a legacy of devotion, strength, and care that will continue to be felt by all who knew and loved her.