Photo courtesy of Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory - Ballwin
Ballwin, Missouri
Sep 24, 1999 – Jan 23, 2025
Katherine Ann Di Valerio
September 24, 1999 - January 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the loss of Katherine “Katie” Ann Di Valerio, who passed away on January 23, 2025, at the age of 25. Katherine was born on September 24, 1999, and was a loving daughter, sister, nurse, and friend. She is survived by both of her parents, Richard M. Di Valerio, Jr. and Kathleen C. Di Valerio, her sisters Mary Di Valerio, Elizabeth “Liddy” Di Valerio, and Therese Di Valerio, her brothers Richard “Ricky” Di Valerio III, Joseph Di Valerio, Christopher Di Valerio, and John “Johnny” Di Valerio, her grandparents Carmela Di Valerio and Richard “Rich” Di Valerio, Sr., her best friend and companion, Justin Speegle and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Katherine touched the lives of everyone around her with her radiant personality, brilliant mind, and unwavering compassion. Katherine was known for her infectious laughter, boundless creativity, and her love for her friends and family. She had a profound love of nature, a tremendous passion and talent for singing, and an incredible gift to bring joy to all those in her presence. Katherine brought tremendous care and empathy to everything and everyone she touched in this life.
Services: A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 1st, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Saint Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, 15642 Clayton Rd., Ellisville, MO 63011. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 31st, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Schrader Funeral Home, 14960 Manchester Road, Ballwin, MO 63011. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
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So sorry to hear of her passing. She was right between two of my girls at Gateway Academy. Please be assured of my prayers for your family. Eternal rest grant unto her, Lord.
Mary Jonz
February 10, 2025 | Chesterfield, MO | Acquaintance
Katie and I were friends the last year I lived in Alabama. At a time where I did not like myself much, she made me feel beautiful and seen. I loved and admired her spirit, creativity, and kindness. May she rest in peace.
Bailey Clarke
February 08, 2025
Katie and I were friends and roommates at the University of Alabama. Katie was such a blessing in the world. She was smart, kind, and generous. She knew how to light up everyone around her. I will miss you, Katie. I’m sending prayers of comfort to your family.
Reeva Kedia
February 01, 2025 | Tuscaloosa, AL | Friend
katie oh katie. when i was just a scared little freshman you took me under your wing and for that i am eternally grateful. you gave me a space to have a voice and you taught me how to use it. your heart was so deep and held space for everyone and everything and that is something i admire so much. right now i feel so rotten i couldn’t be there for you today but i hope you know how much i wish i could have been. i love and miss you so so much.
Skylar Maurath
February 01, 2025 | Eureka, MO | Friend
Katie was a bright light in some of my darkest times. She helped me in so many ways. She was radiant, caring, and knew the true meaning of companionship and friendship. Katie and I met at Alabama, and for so long were always together. Even after we both developed different groups of friends. She had a sort of magnetism about her. And she was always willing to give to others. She truly did make my life so much brighter. I just wish that close relationship had continued after we both moved...
Matthew Bolton
February 01, 2025 | Nashville, TN | Friend
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this terribly difficult time. You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Katie was a beautiful girl gone way too soon. We Love you all, Rob, Michele and family
Robert and Michele DiValerio
January 31, 2025 | Naperville, IL | Family
KATHLEEN CHRISTINE, I am so sorry for your unimaginable loss. I send you and her family and friends my love and continued prayers and will continue to pray for your daughter.
Alma Medrano
January 31, 2025 | San Antonio, TX | Friend
I first met Katie at the University of Alabama because we lived in the same building. Everytime I walked into a room and felt unsure about myself, Katie was the first person to find me and make me feel welcome. Her kindness is something I will always remember and treasure about her. I remember her as such a funny, kind, passionate person, who was unapologetically herself. I will miss her, and my thoughts are with you all during such a difficult time.
Jordan Guest
January 31, 2025 | Friend
If it's true that 'a thing of beauty is a joy forever,' then it must be likewise true that a person of joy is beautiful forever! Accordingly, may Our gracious LORD, Who imbued Katie with both beauty AND joy, rightly grant eternal happiness to her and supernatural solace to everyone mourning her grievous loss. Heartfelt sympathy is extended to the immediate family, especially to her loving mother Kathleen. + + +
paula
January 30, 2025
