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Lois Sterbenz Obituary

Sterbenz, Lois L. on June 2, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Bertram L. Sterbenz, Jr. Dear mother and mother in law of James P.G. Sterbenz (Kristine Guenther Sterbenz), Leslie (Clifford F.) Schmid and David Adam Sterbenz. Dear grandmother of Katarina Sterbenz and Sam and Ali Schmid. In addition to being a nurse at Children's Hospital, Lois was a founding mother and President of Down Syndrome Association. Services: Funeral Service Thursday, June 6, 2013, 10:00 am at Holy Communion Church, 7401 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63130 Visitation Wednesday 4:00 pm 8:00 pm at Gerber Chapel, 23 W. Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, MO 63119. Interment at Oak Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Lois' name to Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis or St. Louis American Parkinson Disease Association. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.gerberchapel.com

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jun. 4, 2013.

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jean loncrini

June 12, 2013

Lois and Bert were both committed to the fight for handicapped children. They fought well. I loved them both for it. Lois will be much missed by all of us.

Nancy Greenblatt

June 8, 2013

I was so saddened to learn of Lois' passing. As a University City High School, Class of 1949, classmate, I remember her as a lovely person who was generous in everything she undertook. She and Craig Walt, another classmate and friend, were the "go-to" people when we planned our reunions. Lois and Craig used their artistic abilities to create the decorations and table centerpieces for each one of our reunions, which were always unique and memorable. Lois seldom missed any of our reunion committee planning meetings, even in inclement weather when others felt inclined not to show up. On a personal note, I admired and respected Lois' commitment to her family and their needs, with their well-being paramount to all else. I will miss Lois and I send to her family my deepest regrets. May your wonderful memories sustain you in your time of grief. Warmly, Nancy Klearman Greenblatt

Karen Kramer

June 6, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Lois' family. I met her only a few times, but daily my life is touched my her advocacy as I connect with families and friends I have met through the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis. I will always be thankful for those key connections in those early years, and continue to cherish them as my daughter enters adulthood. Lois and Bert were a blessing to many.

June 6, 2013

Thanks from the thousands of people who have been supported by the DSA these many years. Our lives have been enriched because of Lois.

Russell Hill

June 6, 2013

My deepest sympathy on your loss. Lois (and Bert) were among the nicest people I knew. In fact, Bert was in my wedding party and I met Lois at my dental office when they became patients. I always looked forward to their visits as they always had such a positive attitude.
Dr. Russell Hill (St.Louis)

Jeanenne Dallas

June 6, 2013

I am sorry to hear about Lois' passing. I knew her through the Parkinson's Exercise class that I led for many years! Lois was a gem! We loved her in the group....she was always there and cheerful and had a positive outlook that was infectious! I know that she will be missed by many people! My thoughts are with the family in this time of sorrow, but know that she touched alot of people! Jeanenne Dallas, OT in St Louis

Nancy Beasley- Sokol St. Louis

June 6, 2013

Leslie
So sorry to hear of Lois' passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

June 4, 2013

A high school classmate, Lois was as sweet and gentle a person as one could ever know.. I hope the memories of her goodness and kindness will ease the pain of her loss to her family and friends. Most sincerely, Jack Schramm (Alexandria, VA)

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