Gertrude Buholzer "Trudy" Busch

Busch, Gertrude Trudy Buholzer died at her home on May 11, 2016 at the age of 89. She was the daughter of the late William and Martina Buholzer and sister of Kurt and the late Willy Buholzer. Trudy was born in Lucerne, Switzerland where at the age of 22 she met her husband-to-be, the late August Gussie Busch Jr. in her family's restaurant, The Old Swiss House. Our dad was immediately enchanted by her presence. He went back to the restaurant the second day to begin a fairytale courtship and marriage. Trudy and Gussie were blessed to have seven children whom they adored and raised at Grant's Farm: Adolphus Busch IV, Beatrice Busch von Gontard (Adie), Peter Busch (Joan), Trudy Busch Valentine (the late John D. Valentine), William Busch (Christi), Andrew Busch (Kim) and the late Christina Martina Busch. She was the proud and beloved Grandmother to 31 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Our mom was a woman of wisdom, intelligence, strength, and grace. She was as beautiful on the inside as her stunning looks were on the outside. She was an avid reader and a true explorer. Our mother was fluent in German, Italian, French, and English. She loved the outdoors and hiked the mountains of Switzerland and the trails of Missouri. She swam in oceans, rivers, and lakes across the world. She was an an accomplished equestrian and the first person to point out wildlife in fields and forests. Mom always exhibited the greatest passion and love for life. Our mother made a beautiful and loving home for all of us at Grant's Farm. She was a graceful entertainer to friends and dignitaries. Mom instilled in us many values, manners, and a strong love for God. She loved arranging Sunday Mass for her family and friends at her beloved St. Hubert's Chapel. The last seven years of our mother's life taught us and our children the true meaning of compassion and unconditional love. We know she was welcomed into heaven by her angel daughter, Christina Martina. We are so appreciative of the 46 years of care given by her faithful assistant, Ruth Gosik. Services: A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in the chapel at Mercy Center on Geyer Road on Monday, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. No visitation. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials in honor of Dr. John Morris and the Knight Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, 4488 Forest Park Avenue Suite 130 St. Louis, MO 63108.