Patricia “Diane” (Burket) Toeniskoetter
St. Louis – Patricia “Diane” (Burket) Toeniskoetter, 60 transitioned peacefully Sunday August 15, 2021 at the Evelyn’s House hospice facility after a lengthy battle with Ovarian Cancer.
She leaves behind her husband of 34 years Timothy Leo Toeniskoetter of St. Louis; her son Timothy Burke Toeniskoetter also of St. Louis; her mother Judith Anne Burket of Tampa Bay, Florida; her sister Pamela Kay Baum of St. Louis; her brother Richard Andrew Burket II of St. Louis; her sister Jennifer Jean Burket of Tampa Bay, Florida; many cousins, nieces and nephews and close friends.
Born in Cleveland, Ohio and raised in St. Louis, Missouri the daughter of Richard Andrew Burket of Detroit, Michigan and Judith Anne (Henderson) of Albion, Michigan.
Diane was a lifelong dressage rider and a passionate horse owner/rider/trainer. Diane participated regularly in dressage events around the country. She was considered a strong and smart rider. She won numerous ribbons, medals and awards.
Diane loved the outdoors. Whether hiking, snorkeling, trail riding or just being at her barn with her horses. She and her family hiked across many North American trails from the east to the west coast as well as in Canada and Mexico. She had a particular love for Estes Park in Colorado. She attended college in Colorado as well.
Diane worked as a laboratory research manager in the Cardio Thoracic department at Washington University School of Medicine for almost 30 years.
St. Louis Cremation is handling Diane’s wishes to be cremated. There will be no public visitation. A privately planned celebration of life service is being planned with friends and family.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you consider donations to Longmeadow Rescue Ranch.
Burke and I miss you sweetie. We love you.
My deep sadness and condolences to the family of this beautiful, intelligent, incredible woman. I didn’t know her but the above words give me a small glimpse of how wonderful she is to her family and friends. They all grieve for the gift of this woman. I am so sorry that you are so sad. My faith tells me that you will be reunited when it is your turn to stand before the Lord. Little comfort today though. I am praying for each of you in this terribly sad time. GOD Bless each of you and may he comfort your heart.
My loving daughter and my good friend I miss you already and forever!
God has taken you away from us too soon but you will always be in our hearts.
My sister, I will miss you every day, every hour, forever. You were my best friend, my co-worker, my sis. I’ll forever be grateful for the life we shared. My heart will never be the same. ????????????
I miss you so much Di! You and I could talk for hours about everything. We would laugh at the stupid people in this world and be amazed together by the smart ones. Your life was so short, but it was lived to the fullest. I love you.
Diane was a veterinary technician. We attended college together along with Mary, Peggy and Linda. I met Diane through school back in 1982 and enjoyed sharing all our memories of school, and our love of animals. Hard to find friendships that last four decades — but our entire group stood that challenge; friendship that not only survived but thrived. Our group get togethers are priceless and there will forever be a missing personality at the future gatherings.
Such a strong woman! We will miss her greatly. I hope she is riding horses in the sky.
I have fond memories of Diane from the horse world. So sorry to hear of her passing. We had lots of fun at horse shows back in the 90’s. Sending love to her family.
Diane was a force of nature and equally a good friend. She leaves a giant void that I will work to fill with my own attempts to keep up with her riding.
An inspiration who will keep on inspiring.
Miss you!
Miss her everyday. Her and Fresco’s spirit are in the barn everyday 💞 Horses just aren’t the same here without her..