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Mary Peterson
November 22, 2023 | Bridgeton, MO


Photo courtesy of Collier’s Funeral Home - Saint Ann
Saint Ann, Missouri
Sep 9, 1940 – Nov 14, 2023
Effinger Joan A. (nee Sheerin) Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Loving wife of Gil Effinger. Dearest mother of Thomas (Kathleen) Effinger, the late Greg (survived by Claire) Effinger, Doug Effinger, John (Liane) Effinger, and Amy Effinger. Beloved grandmother of Matt (MaryCate), Katie (Scott), Lauryn, Jason, Anna, Jennifer, and Kristine (John). Great grandmother of Noah, Arah, Owen, Hailey, Henry, Ian, and Lucy. Dear sister of Patricia "Pat" (Greg) Kelleher. Dearest daughter of the late Thomas and Dorothy Sheerin. Our dear aunt, great-aunt, cousin, and friend to many.
Visitation Friday, November 24, 4:00 - 8:00 PM at Collier's Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd (St. Ann). Funeral Mass Saturday, November 25 10:00 AM at Holy Spirit Church, 3130 Parkwood Ln. (Maryland Heights).
Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children's Hospital.
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Group of 10 Trees
Mary Peterson
November 22, 2023 | Bridgeton, MO
What a beautiful lady. I met Joan at Curves and she was so friendly and made everyone there laugh and enjoy her company. Also enjoyed going to our breakfast gatherings monthly and reconnecting with the girls. She will be truly missed by so many. God bless her and send his mercies on to the family.
Marlene McBride
November 19, 2023 | Saint Charles, MO | Friend
I remember the many times she came to mine and Amy's apartment. She was always so sweet and kind. Beautiful inside and out. Just a wonderful soul, with amazing kids!
To Amy, I love you and I am so sorry. I know how much she meant to you. To the rest of the Effinger family - prayers of solace.
Lorrie Sullivan Meeker
November 17, 2023 | Jackson, MO | Friend

To the entire Effinger family. Joan was a very sweet lady and her loss will be felt by many. You are all in my prayers but one thing I am sure of is that she is with her Heavenly Father. Mike & Barb Gill
Barb Gill
November 16, 2023 | Florissant, MO | Friend
The brightest of lights has left us temporally. What a life well lived always with a smile and a hug to all. Joan’s number one priority was her Effinger and Ellison Families. The Ellison Ancestry Project lost a wonderful resource. Condolence to the Effinger family.
Mike and Barb McLaughlin
November 16, 2023 | Lake St Louis, MO | Family

Joan was an incredibly positive, shining light. I was blessed to know her through her volunteering at the Wellston Center. She always had a smile on her face and was so selfless with those less fortunate. Sending my love and prayers to your family.
Haley Calabro
November 16, 2023 | Wellston, MO | Coworker
I was in the 1958 class of Mercy High School and was always a lovely lady to be around. Mary Anne (Fields) Hagedorn. Wentzville MO
Mary Anne Hagedorn
November 15, 2023 | Wentzville, MO | Classmate
Joan was always a shining star! She lit up a room with her smile and positive energy. She will be missed by many. We are so sorry to hear of her leaving this earth. Sending the Effinger family lots of love. Kerri (Hartz) Duncan and Jay Hartz
Kerri Duncan
November 15, 2023 | ENGLEWOOD, FL | Family

Joan was a great gal, always smiling, funny, and such a good time to be around, a one of a kind. She will be missed by many, may she rest in peace! My thoughts are w/ the family, will keep you in my prayers.
Joe Brahan
November 15, 2023 | Labadie, MO | Family