Veronica Ellen "Ronnie" Autry

Autry, Veronica "Ronnie" Ellen (Gajdos)

Passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024. She leaves a lasting legacy as a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and genuine minister to all those in her reach. She is survived by her husband Larry Autry, her 4 daughters Reza Autry, Jennifer Wehrmeister (Adam), Michelle Welch (David), and Melanie Whiteley (Paul), her eleven grandchildren, as well as countless recipients of her love, support, and constant outreach to everyone.

She was born in Manhattan, New York to Joseph and Anne Gajdos on May 21, 1951.

Ronnie first met her husband, Larry, at her best friend's wedding, who was marrying Larry's brother. Larry asked her to dance, and so they have danced together for 49 years and will continue to be dance partners for eternity.

Services: Known for her natural ability to spread sunshine, Ronnie will be missed by all who knew her. Visitation: Thursday, March 14th; 4-8 p.m.; Schrader Funeral Home, Ballwin. Funeral Service: Friday, March 15th; 11 a.m.; The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 15081 Clayton Rd, Chesterfield, MO 63017. Following the service, Ronnie will be laid to rest at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.