Vickie R. Bruckerhoff

In Loving Memory
Vickie Rae Bruckerhoff 71 years old of the "suburbs of Ste. Genevieve" (Saline Hil in St Mary, MO)
December 29, 1953 - November 15, 2025
Survived By:
Son, Shane Bruckerhoff; Daughter, Torie (Mark) Gettinger; Sister, Connie Brewer; Like-Sister, Faye Zoellner; Special Friend, Gary "Woody" Buck; Fur-Babies, Izaac and Shrew; and many family members and friends
Preceded in Death By:
Huband, Steve Bruckerhoff; Parents, Raymond and Mildred Moore; several family members, friends, and fur-babies
Visitation will be at Basler Funeral Home in Sainte Genevieve, MO on Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 9:30 am till 12:00 pm
Service will be at Basler Funeral Home on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm with Rev. Bruce Forman officiating.
Vickie was known for her infectious personality and dedication to her family, friends, and community. Vickie's fierce independence was one of her defining features. At the time of her husband's leukemia diagnosis, she pursued her social work degree, all while providing medical care to Steve and raising her two thriving children-often commuting several hours a day. In addition to earning top grades, she cared for her family and maintained an immaculate house. The choice to pursue her education was for the betterment of her children and she serves as inspiration for any who knew her. She graduated with her Associate's Degree from Mineral Area College, Bachelor's Degree from Southeast Missouri State University, and Master's Degree from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. Vickie became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and served as the Director of Social Services at Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital for many years. She proudly established a pet-assisted therapy program, worked diligently to establish best practices, and loved working with children. She loved life and lived every moment to the fullest. She will be remembered for her independent spirit, her unconditional love of her family, friends, and pets, strength, and perseverance--consistently beating the odds. In addition to overcoming 2 cancer diagnoses (lymphoma age 23, breast cancer age 71), she survived 5 heart valve replacements, including the first in-human transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement via partial thoracotomy, transforming cardiac care and improving outcomes for individuals impacted by heart disease.
For many years she served as an officer for the National Association of Social Workers to help ensure the integrity of her profession. She was a former member of the NESS board ensuring support for victims of abuse. She was also a member of the VFW auxiliary.
In memory of Vickie, remember her for her perseverance and strength. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in honor of Vickie to the Missouri Baptist Medical Center Cardiac Cath Lab Renovations fund: https://www.missouribaptist.org/Foundation/Foundation-Post/ArtMID/736/ArticleID/2870/The-Missouri-Baptist-Healthcare-Foundation-Receives-a-Generous-Donation-to-support-its-Cardiac-Catherization-Lab. Memorials can be made online at: https://www.missouribaptist.org/give or via check and sent to Missouri Baptist Healthcare Foundation, 3015 North Ballas Road, St. Louis, MO 63131).
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude for the care provided by family, friends, and medical providers. Thank you for always recognizing her strength, providing compassionate care, and thinking 'outside of the box' to give her chances to beat the odds time and time again.
Online condolences can be left at www.baslerfuneralhome.com