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Tonya St. Clair Obituary

St. Clair, Tonya S. Age 36 years. Tragically taken from us on December 31, 2007. Loving mom of three wonderful children, Ashley, Drew and Autumn "Bubba". Cherished daughter of Richard and Patricia O'Connor. Beloved sister of Dennis (Robbie) and Kevin St. Clair and Tim and Rick O'Connor. Favorite niece and best friend of Edward Wyss and Carol Rindt. Very special friend of Paul Zueck. Dear granddaughter of Geraldine Shoen. Further survived by aunts, uncles, other relatives and many friends. Funeral Service Saturday 4 PM at the Max A. Sass & Sons Greenridge Chapel. Visitation Saturday 1:30-4 PM. Private interment. Tonya's family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Joe and Andrea Horbinski. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Tonya's children appreciated. MAX A. SASS & SONS Funeral & Cremation Service Greenridge Chapel 4747 S. 60th Street 424-282-4050 Guestbook www.maxsass.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 3, 2008.

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Larry Monty

September 19, 2025

I think of you and the kids often. You are surly missed. Had lots of good times with you all bbqing in your backyard. God reset your soul. You were a great friend Tonya.

Michelle Braun

January 16, 2008

Im so sorry to hear about Tonya. She was a good friend and a wonderful mother. I wish I had known before the service and I would have come home. Dennis, Pat, and the rest of the family again Im so sorry and I will do anything I can. Please contact me for anything. I love this family. [715]321-1259 I live up north. I cant say enough how sorry I am.

Dawn Goebel

January 9, 2008

My deepest sympathy to you all during this difficult time! I knew Tonya in high school and she was a wonderful person, which I know carried on into her adult life. She is now an angel to watch and keep you all safe! I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers!

Shawn, Carol & Valerie Chilson

January 9, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to Tonya's family after her tragic passing. We pray for all of her family; especially her beloved children. We hope that you find some peace knowing that she is now with God and able to watch over each of you.
God Bless you all.

Lisa Spannbauer

January 7, 2008

Tonya was a beautiful person both inside and out. She was a wonderful mother and friend. To Ashley, Drew, Autumn, her parents and her brothers I am so sorry for all the pain you are going through now. I know how much Tonya loved all of you and how much you all loved her. If there is anything I can ever do for any of you please let me know.

Lisa

January 5, 2008

My thoughts and prayers for tonyas children/ family and friends ..

TERESA GALVEZ (Gardner)

January 5, 2008

TO THE WHOLE ST.CLAIR FAMILY.IM SENDING MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO YOU AND THE CHILDREN AT THIS TIME OF LOSS.TONYA WAS SUCH A NICE PERSON ITS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT SOMETHING LIKE THIS HAPPENED.I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH HER AND SHE WAS A GREAT PERSON.

Paul & Ann Adamec

January 5, 2008

I have known Tonya for many years. She was always smiling and full of life. She could be the toughest person one minute and the nicest the next. She never thought twice about telling you what was on her mind. My family will always be grateful for the love and kindness she shown us in the years our families have been merged. Victoria couldn't have had a better aunt. Always remember the good times and the fact she is now one of GODS angels looking down from heaven watching over her children. May you all find peace and happiness in the memories you have of her. We extend our deepest sympathies to her parents, children and brothers.

Cinia Rodriguez

January 5, 2008

Our deepest sympathies go out to Ashley, Andrew & Bubba. Please know you're in our prayers and always in our hearts.
Love,
Cinia, Juan, Selenia & Sergio

Juanita

January 5, 2008

There must be angels because how else could Tonya be at peace in heaven yet always with us? My condolences to all.

Rebecca S

January 5, 2008

I didn't know Tonya but I do know her children mainly Amber because of school. My heart along with prayers go out to her entire family. Remember your mom always and she will always watch over you 3 kids. May God guide you thru this tough time.

Chris McMurry

January 5, 2008

To the ST.Clair family I am sorry for your lose.It is very difficult to even imagine this happening,to such a great person..We all will miss Tonya..I had just ran it to her a couple of weeks ago and she said to me,call me some time and we can get together..and know its to late....love you Tonya

Alison Lucas (Johnson)

January 4, 2008

I'm at a loss of words. Tonya and I were great friends in high school although we didn't see each other after that, We did run into each other on ocassion. I can truly say she was a great friend and we made many great memories together. Pat, OC and the rest of the family I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. She will be missed! To her children know that she is looking down on you from heaven! God bless you all.

Kelley Wagner (Radtke)

January 4, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies at this time of loss. My heart goes out to the children and family of Tonya. God will take good care of her.

Tanya & Kaitlyn Kreger

January 4, 2008

This was truly a tragedy. Tonya was taken from this world too soon. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Ashley, Andrew, Bubba and the rest of the family. Kaitlyn will miss her Auntie Tonya. Our thoughts are with you.

Arthur Mott Jr

January 4, 2008

I am really at a loss for words...I just want all of you to know you are in my thoughts and Prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss. God Bless you and yours

Kathy Prochnow

January 4, 2008

To Pat, Oc, Ashley, Drew, Bubba and the her entire family: My heart and sympathy goes out to Tonya's entire family. Tonya will always hold a special place in my heart and always will. I will miss her always. She was such a warm, caring, wonderful person. She was such a great Mom who always put her kids first and always brighten up a room when she came into it. I am here for all of you for whatever you need.

With all my love now & always,
Kathy Prochnow (Hynes)

Gloria Hofmann

January 3, 2008

I just do not get it --how does one lose a child--I am thinking of you ..Hope you remember me , Gloria

mary janke

January 3, 2008

I was in absolute shock when I found out who the people were related to the story I was listening to on the news, my heart just dropped. To Tanyas mom...I don`t know if you remember me but my name is Mary, I work at the Gyros Stand, I used to see Tanya everyday when she worked over by Sam at the gas station. I can`t even begin to tell you how sorry I am. I lost a sister and it is such a feeling of being cheated out of having someone special in your life, so unnessesary, but in time you will feel comfort in knowing she is always standing right behind you, telling you that crying and hurting won`t help, to help you in remembering her wonderful life, and banding together to help her children to do the same. Tanya deserves to leave a legacy that makes people smile and laugh, not cry. Help those children overcome this to lead a life that would make their mom proud. Tanya was a kind, fun beautiful girl and she will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Evelyn Walters also sends her love[ Evie used to help Tanya at the station ]

Jerry and Evelyn Pieper

January 3, 2008

O.C. and Pat,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and and your family during this most heartbreaking time. Although we didn't know Tonya very well, we enjoyed our encounters and valued her true nature, friendly smile and sense of humor. Blessed are those whose lives she touched.

April Schwichtenberg

January 3, 2008

-Tonya is my friend, the most kindest person I've ever met. I HATE that she was taken from us, its not fair, and will never understand.... i would just like to say to her Mom/Dad, her kids, who are amazing! and her brother Dennis, ( Everyone who was lucky enough to know her) that I am so very sorry, i wish i could take your sadness away. i know she is this beautiful angel watching over us. I love and miss her with all my heart...she was there for me Always no matter what, I'm so happy/gald/honored she was in my life.

Paula and David Coman

January 3, 2008

To the St. Clair family, our warmest symapathy is sent to you all, may Tonya rest in peace.

jenny s.

January 3, 2008

I was EXTREMELY shocked to hear Tonya's name on the news. I went to school with Tonya and because our last names were so close alphabetically, we always sat next to each other. Although we didn't remain friends after high school, I occasionally ran into her. She was a good person and did not deserve this. My heartfelt, sincere condolences goes out to Tonya's family. I will pray everyday for her children. Tonya is their guardian angel now and though she is gone she will never be forgotten.

Kathy Prochnow (Hynes)

January 3, 2008

To Tonya's entire family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Tonya has always held a special place in my heart from the day I met her and she always will. Ashley, Drew, and Autumn you three were your Mom's joys in life and know that she is looking down on you all. Pat, OC, Tim, Rick, Kevin, Dennis, and Joe Horbinski I am so sorry this tragedy has happened in your lives. I thank god everyday for bringing Tonya into my life. I will truly miss Tonya and I will always be here for anyone of you for whatever you need of me.
Love lots, Kathy and family

Chris Mott

January 3, 2008

even though i haven't been around Tanya,for alot of years she will always be my cousin. I remember her flowing blonde hair as alittle girl and always getting after us. REST IN PEACE TANYA may god bless .To the kids,remember that Tanya/MOM is always looking down and being your guardian angel .

andrea

January 3, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Annie Kneser

January 3, 2008

Tonya lived a life dedicated to her children and family. In this day and age, that is quite an accomplishment. I am proud to say that I was fortunate enough to have known her. I know Tonya has instilled her good values and beliefs in her children to carry on with their lives the way she wanted them to. Pat and OC, you raised Tonya to be a caring, responsible parent. May God be with you all in this troubled time.

Robert and Linda Honl

January 3, 2008

To the St. Clair family our condolences go out to you all. May the lord give you all strength in this time of need. We knew Tonya from our daughters, Cheryl, Barbara and ALison Johnson, and of course our old stomping ground of Austin Street. Tonya will be missed and may the good lord above watch over those children and most importantly over all her friends and family.

KARYN WILSON

January 3, 2008

WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT I WOULD BE WRITING THIS TO YOU. I STILL CAN'T BELIEVE THIS IS TRUE. ALL I CAN SAY IS TO REMEMBER THE MEMORIES AND GOD IS GRACIOUS,SHE IS AN ANGEL IN HEAVEN NOW WATCHING OVER ALL OF YOU WITH LOVE AND TENDERNESS. TO THE CHILDREN I CAN ONLY SAY SHE WILL LIVE IN THIER HEARTS FOREVER. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE ALL MY SYMPATHIES. YOURS KARYN WILSON

Lynn Plevak

January 3, 2008

Tonya and Family
We miss and love you, you are in a better place now. The kids were lucky to have you as a mother. Ashley, Drew, and Autum-your mom will always be looking down at you and loving you. She will now be all 3 of your guardin angel. R.I.P.
All of Shephard House misses you

Charlene

January 3, 2008

Tonya was a very sweet caring person and a good mother. She was somone that you could have aserious conversation with one minute and be laughing and joking around the next. My prayers go out to Ashley, Andrew, Autumn, her parents, brothers and the rest of friends and family. She will be missed.

JESSICA DANBREA

January 3, 2008

JOE AND CHILDREN WHAT CAN YOU SAY IN THIS TERRIBLE TIME. GOD BLESS EVERYONE IN TONYA'S FAMILY.SHE IS WITH THE ANGELS.

Michelle Horbinski

January 3, 2008

During this tragic time, please try and take comfort in your memories of Tonya. My deepest sympathies are with her children and family. May your love for each other help you. Ashley, Drew and Autumn, please know we will always be here for you!

Barbara Johnson

January 3, 2008

I went to school with Tonya, and I knew her family. My sympathies go out to you and your family.

Lisa

January 3, 2008

Tonya was a very caring, fun, loving person. She was someone you enjoyed being around and I will miss her very much. To Ashley, Drew, Autumn, her parents, and brothers I am so sorry for your lose. She was a very good mother and friend and she will be dearly missed.

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