age 82, passed away, Thursday, May 14, 2020. He was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, a son of Peter and Ellen Johanna (nee Olsen) Wilbois. Ron graduated as a Registered Pharmacist from the University of Illinois, and later going to Medical School at the University of Chicago and becoming a Medical Doctor. His medical career included practices with Barnes Jewish Hospital, Mercy Hospital and retiring from Missouri Baptist. He was the beloved husband of Carol D. Wilbois (nee Rischeck); dear father of Kim (Frank) Allen and Kristy Howard; loving grandfather of Travis (Lexi) Allen, Nathan (Lauren) Allen, Morgan Howard and Zach Howard; brother-in-law of Lois Scoville; and, not to be forgotten, his beloved companion Bitsy.

Services: A Celebration of Life service will be announced at a later date. A service of the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Doctors Without Borders. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.

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Published by Post - Dispatch from May 24 to May 31, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Wilbois

40 Entries

Julia Warton

July 1, 2024

Wonderful doctor and man! I'm so sorry to learn of his passing. Rest in peace, dear Dr. Wilbois. Blessings to the Wilbois family. Julia Algya Warton

Karen Schwabacher

May 13, 2022

I was a patient of Dr Wilbois in 1982 and 1983. I had seen 3 gynecologists prior in order to attempt to conceive. Dr Wilbois was the first doc who had given me hope. He was caring, kind and encouraging. I remember his hospital visit after delivering my son. He sat on the edge of my bed and we BS’d about health insurance and life. I am so grateful to have met him and am so sorry to hear of his loss. Sending white light and love to him, his family and loved ones.

Carletta Lawal

June 24, 2021

God has a perfect Angel!

Carletta Lawal

June 24, 2021

This is just heartbreaking! Dr. Wilbois was not only my OBGYN he was also a friend! I often tell him how awesome his bedside manner was and would just smile at me.
Dr. Wilbois was truly a gift from God! He delivered my first born Sommer and he saved her life!! She was a emergency C-section due to fetal distress!! He knew exactly what to do and he acted fast. By the time I was pregnant with my second baby he had already stopped practicing OB and was just doing gynecology! I cried to him to deliver my second daughter Ashlee and he said just for you I will assist with your delivery with the new doctor which was a female OBGYN he was training to take some of his patients. I have nothing but good things to say and he will truly be missed!!! I love you Dr. Wilbois. ❤

Maria Grossman

November 3, 2020

I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He helped me through a very tough time in my life. I almost had given up all hope but his compassion and encouragement helped me through. Today we have the best kid a parent could ever hope for all thanks to him. What a wonderful man he was. My sincerest condolences.

Joelle M

October 17, 2020

I am so sad to read this. Dr. Wilbois gave me my three beautiful children. He stuck with me through years of treatment and laughed with me that mine was the second largest file in his office. (His family will know who takes the honor of being first.) He was warm, honest, tenacious, and always willing to listen. His laugh rang throughout his office and always put everyone at ease. Godspeed, Dr. Wilbois; you’ve earned your rest.

Kathy Tolbert

October 6, 2020

I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr.Wilbois I traveled from Illinois to come to see him, he was so compassionate and caring. He was the best.

Barb Wendling

June 5, 2020

So much to say about my favorite doctor! I went to see him after having a long 3 day labor with my first born and had a lot of anxiety about having my 2nd. He assured me that he wouldn't put me through another experience like that. Of course, he started the delivery of my daughter with one of his goofy jokes, and the delivery was quick and easy. I continued to be his patient for the rest of his career! I was one of his Golden Girls after going into menopause. Every appointment started with a corny joke!! I never dreaded having an appointment with Dr. Wilbois! The morning after my dad died, I found a large lump in my breast and he had me come in immediately to assure me that it was a cyst and treated me that day! He was the only doctor I had who would bring me into the office after every exam for a follow up talk. He helped me tremendously with trying to find ways to alleviate my migraines and he enabled me to live a more productive life because of this assistance. Dr. Wilbois wasn't just an excellent doctor! He was a caring, funny and sweet human being! I don't think he ever treated anyone like a stranger. He's probably in heaven right now, telling his silly jokes! To his wife and family, I am so sorry for his absence in your lives!!

Happy Mom

June 5, 2020

Dr. Wilbois is the reason I have 2 amazing kids today--I'm sorry to hear of his passing. He will always be a hero to me.

Roberta and Gordoin Goldman

June 2, 2020

So sorry for your loss, Carol. I met Ron when I was an OB/Gyn resident at Barnes-Jewish. I treasured the times we would be together at meetings, etc. His memory will never fade in our thoughts.

Debi Laughlin

June 2, 2020

Dr. Wilbois was my doctor for many years. He was a very kind and gentle man. The world has lost a great man

David Hernandez Solyman

May 31, 2020

Hi Ron,

I am the 3rd son of Jose Hernandez and Val Solyman, David. I will always have my fond memories of Christmas parties in your house and relaxing weekends at your lakehouse. I imagined a day where I would find a way to contact you again. I miss you. I have thought of considerably since we left St. Louis is 2002. And I will never forget you.

I wanted to let you know that I served in the US Marines and I always remembered that you were in the military, as well. I then went on to get my mining engineering degree from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. I wanted you to kniw this because you are very important to me.

I wish peace to your wife Carol and I hope she is well. I love you guys very much.

Barbara Barr

May 31, 2020

Dear Carol, we're sorry to to read of your husband's death. Jack Masek has keep me in touch. Our sympathy to you and your family.

VAL Solyman

May 31, 2020

I miss you Ron. Your passing was a shock to me. I will always remember you with a big smile and the first day that I met you with your ,supposedly ,Mexican outfit and big sombrero. Rest in peace dear friend.

Cathy McDonald

May 30, 2020

So sorry for your loss Carol, Kim, Kristie, and family. I worked for Dr. Wilbois for 6 years. He was a very caring and compassionate, as well as generous. He helped many people achieve their dreams have children. I hope your memories help you through this difficult time.

Christina Brown

May 30, 2020

Dr. Wilbois was my dr for over twenty years. He was truly wonderful, made me feel at ease. Mom went to him also, and he delivered my youngest brother. I will never forget him.

Helen Etling

May 30, 2020

A welcoming smile, hug, stories galore, and a generous person. Ron in a nutshell but so much more. Many memories. Deepest sympathy and love to Carol and the family.

Gail Wolfe

May 29, 2020

It is with great sadness that I received the news of the passing of Dr. Wilbois. I worked for him for the 7 years before he closed his practice. During that time, I saw him help many families achieve their dream of having a child. His approach to life and his practice was always one of cheerfulness and kindness. My deepest condolences to Carol, Kim and Kristie and his grandchildren. Gail Wolfe

John Nourse

May 28, 2020

What a wonderful human being and doctor. Thanks for all that you have done in your lifetime to bring new life and health to so many persons. Rest in peace. Carol and familly, please know that our prayers for comfort are with you as you mourn your deep loss.

Love, Audrey and John Nourse

Anne

May 27, 2020

Awe! So sad and shocked to see this in the paper! Dr. Wilbois was my doctor in the early 2000s and it seems like yesterday that I saw him and he was such a wonderful human being to talk to! Thank you for sharing his amazing life story here... a life of hard work and accomplishments and a life well lived!

Barbara Lanpher Ilges

May 25, 2020

I would like to extend my condolences to Dr Wilbois's family. It was with sadness that I found his obituary in the Sunday paper this weekend. It was many years ago that I worked with Dr Wilbois and he was never forgotten. I met him as a resident while I was a student at Barnes School of Nursing. It was doctors like him that helped form my love for labor and delivery. I worked with him in the Barnes Labor and Delivery unit from 1968 to the end of 1972. I continued to work in Labor and Delivery for over 40 years. He also administered my caudal anesthesia (precursor to epidural anesthesia) on my first delivery in 1969. You never forget the ones who take care of you when you deliver you baby. Again, my condolences to the family.

DIANA EDWARDS

May 25, 2020

Aunt Carol, I'm so sorry to hear about uncle Ron's passing.. I will always have great memories of him.

Ron and Cindie Bachelier

May 25, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Carol and family. Governor Bond lake friends

Rhody Eisenstein

May 25, 2020

Id known Ron for almost 40 years. Last saw Ron and Carol at Citizens Police Academy. He was that evening as he always was: Cheerful. We had many mutual patients over the decades and when he was mentioned, theyd smile and describe how they loved the man. I was fond of him, admired Ron and was saddened to hear of his passing. Sympathy to Carol, Kim and Kristy. Rhody Eisenstein

Scott Molden

May 24, 2020

Sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed our interactions with Ron professionally at MoBap and socially with Carol at the X-mas parties. He will be missed. Scott and Jane Molden

Julie Leighton

May 24, 2020

I was a longtime patient and great fan of Dr. Wilbois. He was an incredible doctor, always compassionate, and of course, a great sense of humor. My condolences on the loss of such an extraordinary man. RIP Dear Doctor.

Madonna Watermon

May 24, 2020

I have so many fun and fond memories . Dr Wilbois and I worked together and he was my Dr.for many years

Madonna Watermon

May 24, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Carol and Bud Tilley

May 24, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Carol, and the family. We will always remember Ron for his professionalism, empathy, kindness, and good humor.

Connie Diekman

May 24, 2020

So sorry to read of Dr Wilbois passing. He was a great man and a warm, compassionate and good doctor! He cared for me for many years and responded to an emergency request to care for our daughter when she was 11, we loved him for caring for her! Thoughts and prayers are with the family! I can only imagine how much you will miss him!

Susan Lansche Griesedieck

May 24, 2020

Carol, Kim, and Kristy - I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Dr. Wilbois impacted so many families and individuals with his ideal combination of technical knowledge, skill, and kindness. The size of my family (and blessings) doubled thanks to those God-given gifts!
My dad, a medical colleague and friend, enjoyed his company on several fishing trips (one even included grandsons)!
He will be greatly missed, but he has left a wonderful legacy.

Sue and E,Robert Schultz

May 24, 2020

Carol,We send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.Bob and Sue

Akira Iwane

May 24, 2020

Carol Please accept our Deepest Sympathy for your loss We are thinking of you and your family

Akira and Cecilia Iwane

Nancy thompson

May 24, 2020

Carol: Sorry for your loss of Ron. I remember good gatherings back in Residency days.

Janet and Greg Krekeler

May 24, 2020

A wonderful and dear friend, my fishing buddy. Janet and I will miss him a lot, but he will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Carol, may God hold you close to his heart, during this time of sorrow. We will be here for you if you need anything. LOVE

Skip and Ellie Larson

May 24, 2020

The world has lost a good man in Ron Wilbois. Our sincere love to Carol and family. Many happy memories of the parties between Christmas Eve services and much much more!

Mary Jo Garofalo

May 24, 2020

Dr. Wilbois changed my life by helping me become a mother. With his help, as a doctor, I was blessed with a beautiful baby girl 40 years ago. He will be forever in my heart for the encouragement and hope he gave to me as my doctor for so many years.

Donald & Robbie Wallis

May 24, 2020

Dr. Wilbois delivered our daughter 44 years ago this year and he became an instant friend. He was a wonderful man and always there to help. To his family we send our prayers and say you were truly blessed to have had him, we all were.

Teri McCarthy

May 21, 2020

Carol, so sorry about your loss of Ron, the love of your life. We met when Ron was deployed and you were working prn.
Then again when we lived around the corner from you on Lindley. I remember how lovely your family was and how cooperative and sweet to one another were your children . Inspirational. I see that you are still at it making face shields.

Carron Bean

May 20, 2020

Carol so sorry to hear about Ron I think about you everyday.

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