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Peter (Pete) John Von Minden
1939 - 2021
BORN
1939
DIED
2021
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Peter (Pete) Von Minden Obituary
Von Minden, Peter John "Pete", baptized into the Hope of Christ’s Resurrection, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021at the age of 81.
Beloved husband of Kathleen Von Minden (nee Feldt); dear father of Catherine (Lawrence) Linsin and Thomas (Alana) Von Minden; loving grandfather of Rachel Linsin, Matthew Linsin and Madison Von Minden; dear brother of William (the late Betty Jean (nee Lochte)) Von Minden; dear brother-in-law of Janet Whelove (nee Feldt) and Robert Whelove; uncle and friend to many. Pete was preceded in death by his parents, John and Christine (nee Kline), a sister Catherine Von Minden, and an infant brother John Von Minden.
Pete was born in St. Louis and received a Bachelor’s degree from Parks College of St. Louis University and a Master's degree from Maryville University. He served in the Missouri Air National Guard and retired after serving as Vice President/General Manager of the F-15 program and Vice President/General Manager of Training and Support Programs with McDonnell Douglas Aerospace, having started his career there in 1962.
Pete loved travel, trying new foods, and gadgets of all kinds. He served as a volunteer at Wings of Hope and a counselor at SCORE. He was a handyman to many and will always be known for his generosity and love for his family.
Services: Memorial services will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, pulmonaryfibrosis.org. A service of the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Peter (Pete) Von Minden
23 Entries
Jan kaveney
September 10, 2021
Pete was a wonderful human being. HE was loyal to his friends and a hard worker. I loved this joie Dr vivre. He Will be missed.
Judy and Bill Body
March 30, 2021
Pete was a friend we treasured. He will be missed, But thankfully we have many memories of golf outings to Orlando, Cruises, and many dinner outings to keep in our hearts. May he rest in peace!
Gary O'Grady
March 25, 2021
Pete and I were the old timers at SCORE and worked on several projects together. I will keep Pete in my prayers!
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March 23, 2021
Kathy-We were so sorry to hear about Pete. He fought his illness bravely and you were right at his side. We are thinking of you and will remember you both in our prayers.
Sara and Gene McKibben
Barbara Epstein
March 23, 2021
There are so many good memories growing up with Pete in St Aloysius Parish. He was my brother, Roger's grade school friend and they remained lifelong friends. Kathy was my classmate at DePaul School of Nursing and the connection continued. Pete came from a very good family and their values reflected in the fine man, husband, father that Pete was. My sympathy and prayers are for the whole Von Minden family.
Barbara (nee Santen) and Joe Epstein
Dianne and bob Ross
March 22, 2021
Pete was a very dear friend who will be greatly missed. We had a special friendship with much civil discourse between us on politics and world events, he was so well traveled and always informed .... I will miss those discussions more than I can say! Kathy, we are holding you and the family in our hearts at this difficult time. We take comfort knowing that he is at peace
Jerry and Cindy Johnson
March 22, 2021
Tom, My condolences to you and your family for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Maria and Tom Burtelow
March 21, 2021
Kathy we wish you and your family our heartfelt prayers in the loss of Pete. He was a true friend where our friendship
began in kindergarten at St. Aloysius. I always enjoyed his friendship through our lifetime. He will be dearly missed by all who had the opportunity to know him.
Sharon Carter Smith
March 21, 2021
Kathy I too will share your sorrows and pray the Lord will stay close to o you and comfort you.
Karen Gedera
March 21, 2021
Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about Pete. You will be in my prayers.
Thomas Barnett
March 21, 2021
Will miss Pete when we McBride "Boys" meet!
Grateful for his memory and Thankful for his service to our Country both in uniform and in the Defensive Industry!
RIP PETE
TOM BARNETT MCBRIDE 1957
Barbara Popp
March 21, 2021
Kathy my prayers are with you. I can share your sorrow and I know the days will be long, Pete is at rest and Don will welcome a fellow McDonnell-Douglas Boeing friend.
Mike Watkins
March 21, 2021
Pete was a great classmate of mine at McBride High School. Studious with a quick wit. He was a welcome attendee at our '57 McBride lunches. God bless.
Rudy Bini
March 21, 2021
Sorry to hear of Pete's passing. Pete was a couple of years older than me and we both grew up in the former Saint Aloysius Parish in southwest St. Louis. Later on our paths crossed while working at McDonnell Douglas Corporation. Pete was a good and decent man. Rest in peace Pete.
Ed McDowell
March 20, 2021
Pete was a great person, a dedicated patriot, and a wonderful friend. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Jerry and Wanda Ennis
March 20, 2021
PETE WAS A LONG TIME FRIEND! WE HAD MANY GOOD TRIPS AND GET TOGETHERS WHICH WE WILL TRULY MISS. HE WAS A REAL FIGHTER WHICH GAVE HIM EXTRA TIME. WE WILL MISS HIS WIT AND FRIENDLY SMILE.
LOVE, JERRY & WANDA
Dennis Ridnouer
March 19, 2021
I worked for Pete when he was the F-15 VP after I retired from the Air Force. Pete was a gentleman, results oriented, and I never knew anyone who did the job better. I learned a lot about dealing with the aerospace industry leadership from Pete. Wish they were all like him. Go’s bless.
Linda Meyerhoeffer
March 19, 2021
My heart breaks to hear about your loss. I pray your family finds comfort and healing over the days and weeks to come.
Nilsa Skrine
March 19, 2021
May he rest in peace and may God give you the strength to help you through the coming days. You will always miss him. I am praying for you and your family. Much Love, Nilsa
Anna Yang
March 19, 2021
I am sorry for your loss. May God's peace and comfort be your guide in this time of sorrow and grief. I am praying for you.
Gail & Mike Biggs
March 19, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful friend. Pete, you will be truly missed.
Gail and Mike Biggs
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