Meyer, Marilyn Rose (née LaRussa), baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, Friday, July 25, 2025.
Beloved mother of Daniel (Kim Matreci) Meyer and Amy (John Walkenhorst) Meyer; dearest grandmother of Kyle (Makenzie), Reilly (Zach), Jack (Audrey) and Braden; step-grandmother of Kyle, Kelsey and Kayla; loving daughter of the late Frank and Bernice LaRussa (née Kretzer); dear sister of the late Frank LaRussa and Shirley (David) Anderson; our dear aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend of many.
Born in 1941, Marilyn was raised in St. Louis, Missouri, where she spent her entire life. The youngest of three children, she grew up in a loving family and nurtured a deep faith that would guide her throughout her life. Marilyn graduated from Incarnate Word Academy and went on to earn her degree in Education from Fontbonne College. With a natural gift for teaching and a kind heart, she began her career in the St. Louis public school system, later transitioning to teach in Catholic schools where she could integrate her love of learning with her deep Catholic faith.
A devout Catholic, Marilyn lived her life with quiet grace and unwavering commitment to her values. Her passions included bird watching, journaling, and drawing birds-hobbies that reflected her gentle spirit and appreciation for the natural world. Among her greatest joys was being a grandmother. Marilyn’s devotion to her grandchildren was immeasurable, and she was happiest when sharing her love, stories, and wisdom with them. Marilyn's warmth and kindness touched the lives of many, and she will be remembered fondly by all who knew her.
Services: Visitation at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Wednesday, July 30, from 3:00 p.m. until time of service at 7:00 p.m. If desired, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
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