Michael S. "Mike" DeBrecht

Michael S. "Mike" DeBrecht obituary, St. Charles, MO

Michael S. "Mike" DeBrecht

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Michael DeBrecht Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Paul Funeral Home, Inc. - St. Charles on Dec. 27, 2025.
Michael S. "Mike" DeBrecht of Saint Charles, Missouri passed away on December 21, 2025.
Mike is survived by his Wife - Cheryl DeBrecht, Children - Steve M. (Katelyn Stolle) DeBrecht, Mark A. (Ashley) DeBrecht, Tyler M. DeBrecht, Step-Son - Benjamin (Montana) Guffey, Siblings - Tom (Tammy) DeBrecht, Danny DeBrecht, Mitch (Sara) DeBrecht, Sister-in-law - Roxann DeBrecht, Grandchildren - Carlie, Liam, Layne, Peyton, Warren, Wyatt, Wesley, Trace, Step-Grandchildren - Rinoa, Raine, Fiore, and Leona. He was a Nephew, Cousin, Brother-in-law, Uncle, and Friend.
Mike was preceded in death by his Parents - Donald DeBrecht and Mary Lou DeBrecht nee Linhoff, Siblings - Jim DeBrecht and Pat DeBrecht.
Mike had a deep love for sports, especially baseball, football, and basketball. He proudly coached his sons' baseball and wrestling teams, finding great joy in supporting and guiding them. Mike dedicated many years of hard work to McDonnell Douglas, UPS, and Sam's Club. He was a devoted fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, the St. Louis Blues, and Mizzou, proudly cheering them on whenever he could.
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