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Penny Asta Obituary

Asta, Penny Ann (nee Herkenhoff) Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Wednesday, June 22, 2011. Beloved wife of Benny R. Asta; dearest mother of Brittany A. Miller, Patrick J. Miller and Paige A. Hershkowitz; step-mother of Anthony B., Elijsha and Joey Asta; grandmother of Isabella; dear daughter of James and Beverly Herkenhoff; sister of Pam K. Anders, David E. (Janet) and Dan B. (Jill) Herkenhoff; niece to her loving Auntie Mary E.; our dear niece, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend. Services: Friends are invited to join Penny's family at a Memorial Gathering at the STYGAR FLORISSANT CHAPEL, 13980 New Halls Ferry Rd. on Saturday, July 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Penny's family requests donations to be made to Holy Cross Church, 415 School Ave., Cuba, MO 65453 www.stygar.com

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Jun. 26 to Jul. 6, 2011.

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Dennis Asberry

September 8, 2011

To the Asta & Herkenhoff families. I am very sorry for your loss of beloved Penny. I grew up across the street with the Herkenhoff family (Pam, Penny, David, and Dan). Bev & Jim were very close and instrumental in my life. I cannot begin to understand and relate to Penny's demise. I do know that she is resting comfortably and will be watching over her families until all have joined her.

Peace be with you all, and may His presence be ever so greatly in each of your lives~

Eli & Niki Asta

July 23, 2011

We love you penny and miss you very much!

Lauren Kaletta

July 9, 2011

Dear Brittany, Patrick and The Herkenhoff Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss-your mom was very special and will be missed dearly. Hang in there for each each other and be strong! If you need anything we are all hear for you! You all will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers!

Take care of one another,
Your Cousin, Lauren

Stefany Amelung & Avanu Barber

July 8, 2011

Dear Penny, always with a smile....Your Presence will be greatly missed. You shall forever live in our hearts and memories.

Mary Goldenberg

July 8, 2011

Mr. and Mrs. Herkenhoff and Benn. My deepest sympathy to each of you during this time. I met Penny when I started working on board the Mississippi Queen in 1983. She was so kind, funny and welcoming - when I felt totally lost in this strange steamboating world. She was a wonderful friend - always with a warm smile. She is remembered. With my thoughts and prayers.

Joan Edleson

July 3, 2011

My condolences to Ben and all of Penny's family. I will miss her smile and cheerful greeting when she stopped by our office. I know she will be missed by all her family. Ben, I know your faith and strength will be tested without the love of your life. Just know that she is looking down on you and will give you the help you need to carry on.

June 30, 2011

Dear Bev and Jim,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. I can only imagine the pain you are feeling. Please know that my heart and prayers are with you and your family.

Pat Davies Hogan

Mimi

June 28, 2011

Love lives on in the hearts of all who remember and care.

Sharing Your Sorrow and Offering Deepest Sympathy

To you Bev & Jim, Ben, Brittany, Patrick and Paige.

I spoke to Penny right the day before when she call her Auntie Mary E. Kelly

Mimi

Karen Pulliam

June 27, 2011

Bev, Jim and family, I was so sorry to hear about Penny. I work with Pam and all she ever talked about was her sissy. May God guide you through this rough time, but time will heal the pain, put your faith in God and he will get you through this.

June 27, 2011

Bev and Jim, My sincere condolences on
the loss of your daughter. Since I work
on Saturday, I will not be able to be
with you, but know my thoughts and
prayers are with you. Love, Mary Ellen

June 27, 2011

Our family sends love and prayers to your family. Betty Thomas and family

June 25, 2011

Donald Asberry

June 24, 2011

While growing up we were good friends along with some great memories. My father always called us the Centerbrook sewer rats. Your smile was always a blessing. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family.

Lynn Barnett

June 24, 2011

Will be greatly missed by many! May God bless and mend the hearts of those who knew her.

Pam Fischer

June 23, 2011

You are the best friend anyone could ever of asked for. I love you and miss you sissy. You will always be in my heart. Love fishbowl

We love you so much, our dear cousin! You will be missed and will live in our hearts forever! Brian, Sherri, Christian and Allesyn

June 23, 2011

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