Obituaries
Kara Marie Castelli
Aug 17, 2026
Kara Marie Castelli, beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home in St Charles, Missouri, on August 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 21, 1972, in St. Louis, Missouri. Although her time with us feels all too brief, Kara's warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew her, leaving behind...
Robert Louis Riske
Aug 17, 2026
Robert Louis Riske, born July 13, 1971, passed away on August 17, 2026. His loss is deeply felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him, and his memory will be cherished by family, friends, and the many whose lives he touched during his fifty-five years.
Robert dedicated a significant portion of his life to his passion for automobiles, working...
Leo "Greg" Stoff III
Aug 13, 2026
Leo Gregory Stoff, III, age 54, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on August 13, 2026, following a brief and rapidly progressing illness. Although his time was far too short, Leo lived a life full of faith, love, joy, and purpose.
Born on March 29, 1972, Leo was the son of the late “Gary” Stoff and Elizabeth...
John "Jack" Edward Bligh
Aug 12, 2026
John “Jack” Edward Bligh’s life began on April 19, 1948 in St Louis, Missouri, and it ended peacefully—surrounded by his loving family—at Lake St Louis, Missouri, on August 12, 2026. Though Jack has left this world, his presence lingers in the joy he sparked and the indelible impact he had on everyone around him.
Jack was a man who filled every...
Ruth Szalanski
Aug 12, 2026
Ruth Szalanski, born March 4, 1937, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026. Her life was marked by a deep commitment to her community, a passion for adventure, and unwavering devotion to her beloved family.
Ruth was a vibrant member of the Lake St Louis community, actively participating in several local organizations. She found great joy and camaraderie as part of...
Daniel James Boyle
Aug 10, 2026
Daniel James Boyle, born on February 20, 1981, passed away on August 10, 2026. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, loyal son, cherished sibling, and a steadfast friend to many.
Daniel is survived by his beloved wife of almost 20 years, Lindsey Boyle, and his treasured daughters, Kiley Boyle and Grace Boyle, who brought him immense pride...
Tommy Hatezich
Aug 10, 2026
Tommy Hatezich, born on May 15, 1958, passed away on August 10, 2026. Throughout his life, Tommy was known for his devout faith and commitment to his church, which guided him in both word and action. His spirituality was at the core of who he was, and he carried this strength with him in every aspect of his life.
Tommy dedicated...
Deanna Sue Otto
Aug 8, 2026
Deanna Sue Otto, 79, of Florissant, passed away on the morning of August 8, 2026. She was preceded in death by her sister, Janis Carol Granstaff.
She was born to the late Beatrice Jones September 27, 1946, in Jonesboro, AR. Beloved wife of Melvin John Otto for over 60 years, they raised their two sons David (Rhonda) and Kieth (Angela) in...
Larry W. Parks
Aug 8, 2026
Larry W. Parks, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri. He was 76 years old.
Born on April 9, 1950, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Larry grew up with an abiding sense of joy and a spirit of generosity that would become hallmarks of his character throughout his life. Those who...
Ann "Honey" Wright
Aug 8, 2026
Ann "Honey" Wright, born December 12, 1934, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026. Ann’s journey through life was marked by devotion, faith, and a profound love for her family.
Ann's Catholic faith was a central pillar throughout her life. She took part in numerous ministries within each parish she belonged to over the years, offering her time, talent, and gentle...
Sylvia Earleen Williams
Aug 7, 2026
Sylvia Earleen Williams (Wells) passed away peacefully, on August 7, 2026 at Solace Hospice House in O’Fallon, Mo.
Sylvia was born to Mildred E. Wells (Van Horn) and Sylvan E. Wells in St. Louis, Mo on January 20, 1946.
She was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend. She is survived by her children Becky (Jay) Gambell of Lake Saint Louis,...
Samuel Ernest Harris
Aug 5, 2026
Samuel Ernest Harris, affectionately known as Sam, entered his final rest on August 5, 2026. Born on October 7, 1943, Sam lived a life grounded in family, hard work, and a deep love for country living.
Sam attended grade school in St. Louis and held the unique honor of being the only boy among six sisters—five older and one younger. Growing...
Gerald "Jerry" Wayne Ridge
Aug 5, 2026
Gerald "Jerry" Wayne Ridge, cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home in St Peters, Missouri, on August 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 21, 1941, in DesArc, Arkansas, Jerry’s life was a story of devotion, quiet strength, and the steadfast love he gave to those fortunate enough to know...
John J. Capstick
Aug 4, 2026
John J. Capstick, born September 24, 1938, passed away on August 4, 2026. His long life was marked by a deep commitment to his family, enduring passions, and a remarkable ability to find joy in the simplest of pleasures.
Jack is survived by his devoted wife, Diane Capstick, who stood by his side throughout many years of shared experiences and milestones....
Stephen A. Marlo
Aug 4, 2026
Stephen Marlo passed away peacefully at his home in St. Peters. Steve was born to Catherine and Robert Marlo of Cahokia, IL. With them and his four siblings he enjoyed a wonderful childhood full of love, laughter, and family. After graduating high school, he worked hard at many jobs, his favorite being those that kept him outdoors, breathing fresh air...
Linda S. Hayes (Bergmeyer)
Aug 4, 2026
Linda S. Hayes, born March 22, 1951, passed away on August 4, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories with all who knew her.
Linda had an appreciation for the joys in life. She found great pleasure in listening to music and attending concerts. Traveling was another passion, as she loved exploring new places. Many of her happiest moments were spent at the...
William "Bill" T. Smith
Aug 3, 2026
William “Bill” T. Smith, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, known to many as "Bubba", passed away on August 3, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on July 5, 1961.
Bill is lovingly remembered by his siblings: Cindy (Bill) Bradford, Jim (Michelle) Smith, Scott Smith, and Deanna Smith. He leaves behind cherished memories with his nieces and nephews: Stephanie Schwarzen, Ryan...
Tara Ann Bensinger
Aug 3, 2026
Tara Ann Bensinger, born on February 17, 1976, passed away on August 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy marked by her dedication to family and her boundless generosity.
Throughout her life, Tara was defined by her steadfast devotion to her family. She is lovingly survived by her husband, Michael Bensinger, who was her partner and confidante. Together, they built a home...
Ronald Ray Cowell
Aug 2, 2026
Ronald Ray Cowell, born on March 4, 1955, passed away on August 2, 2026, leaving behind a lasting legacy of hard work, devotion, and deep love for his family. Ronald’s joyful spirit and strong work ethic were evident to all who knew him and enriched the lives of those around him in countless ways.
Throughout his life, Ronald distinguished himself as...
Melvin J. Talbott
Aug 2, 2026
Melvin J. Talbott, affectionately known as Mel, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 2, 2026. Born on October 23, 1942, in Garber, Oklahoma, Mel lived a life marked by devotion, hard work, and a deep love for family.
Throughout his years, Mel embodied the virtues of a wonderful father, a loving husband to his late wife Carolyn,...
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