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Eugene Fahey

Eugene Gerald Fahey, age 82, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

Gene was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is survived by his wife and best friend, Nora Fahey, and his children: Bridgette (John) Koeller, Richard (Martille) Elias, Maggie (Matt) Poling, and Libby (Travis) Griffin. He was “Geno” to his twelve beloved grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his former wife Suellyn Fahey, his parents, Lucille and Eugene Fahey, and his sister, Mary Fahey (Dan Vornberg).

He is also survived by his brother, Bill (Juanella) Fahey. 

Whether skiing in Vail, playing tennis or ping pong, or spending time with family and friends, Gene had a gift for bringing a smile and good laugh wherever he went. We will miss him dearly!

A visitation will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Mass at 11:00 a.m., both at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, 15642 Clayton Rd, Ellisville, MO 63011.

A Celebration of Gene’s Life will follow at Forest Hills Country Club, 36 Forest Club Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63005.

21 Comments

  1. Claudia & Robert Yalden on December 5, 2025 at 2:00 pm

    Nora and Bridgett. I am holding you close in my thoughts as you navigate through this painful time. Gene’s presence will always be felt, and his love will continue to surround you.



  2. Claudia & Robert Yalden on December 5, 2025 at 2:00 pm

    Nora and Bridgett. I am holding you close in my thoughts as you navigate through this painful time. Gene’s presence will always be felt, and his love will continue to surround you.



  3. Mark McLain on December 5, 2025 at 8:58 pm

    Beautiful Bridgette. He was a great brother in-law, brother, and friend. Mark.



  4. Joe Goode on December 5, 2025 at 9:36 pm

    He live life to the fullest. What a life it was.



  5. Erin on December 5, 2025 at 10:12 pm

    Geno was my uncle, one of my best friends, a roommate more than once, my therapist, and THE BEST!! I know I have a guardian Angel now.
    I adore you, Gene. Thinking of Nora, Bridg, and everyone.



  6. Matt Capron on December 6, 2025 at 12:37 am

    What a dandy Gene was. He lived with passion and curiosity. Hope the ski slopes and tennis courts are lighted up there buddy! R.I.P.



  7. Kathy Ruggeri on December 6, 2025 at 11:59 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
    Jim and Kathy Ruggeri



  8. John Clark on December 6, 2025 at 3:35 pm

    My dear friend Gene was a true treasure! There are many fond memories of playing tennis, ping pong, savoring watermelon, and dining excursions. Most of all, I will miss the laughter and friendship!



  9. Aird on December 7, 2025 at 7:51 am

    Kathy and I are so sorry to hear about Gene a true gentelman



  10. Adele on December 7, 2025 at 10:13 am

    I’m so glad you and Nora found each other. You were the perfect match. I’ll miss our five o’clock dinners. Don’t worry, we’ll take care of Nora. Love you.



  11. Tatyana ( Tanya) Shifrin on December 7, 2025 at 1:43 pm

    Dear Nora, Bridgette, Rich, Maggie, Libby
    Please accept our deepest condolences
    Gene will always remain in our memories as a fun and full of life guy.
    RIP
    Tatyana ( Tanya) and Daniella, with love



  12. Glenn and ME Strebeck. on December 7, 2025 at 2:04 pm

    Nora and Family,
    We are so sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. He’ll be joining your parents for happy hour soon…
    Mary Ellen and Glenn.



  13. Christopher G Casey on December 8, 2025 at 7:53 am

    Dearest Nora
    I love you and Gene so much. Gene was the greatest uncle a guy could ask for. He supported me regardless of my mistakes and was my biggest fan during those times. What a beautiful Irishman he was.



  14. Jim Coleman on December 11, 2025 at 9:11 pm

    Thinking about Gene and our escapades together puts a smile on my face.



  15. Jean Fidone-Schroer on December 12, 2025 at 12:04 pm

    I will really miss him at The Monaco! Such a wonderful, fun guy. I still remember a hilarious situation with a cheesecake at Bill’s house during a dinner party. Always happy go lucky. He had a great life, Nora. Fond memories always!
    Jean



  16. Steve and Melinda on December 12, 2025 at 6:42 pm

    Uncle Gene was a great boss, uncle, friend and ski partner. He was one of the kindest, gentlest, most patient and most caring persons I ever met. I was so happy when he came into Nora’s life and I cherish the good times we all had over the years. Peace to you Geno, and my deepest condolences to all of those grieving with us. .



  17. Dick Harig on December 13, 2025 at 4:20 pm

    Gene, we had a blast at Gary Pitzer’s house doing our accounting problems 1963-64. A highlight of our time at SLU which is locked in my memory. You and Gary would go at it teasing. You would say Pitzer I could eat soup off your head He was about 5’7
    Or you would say to me, Dick, take care of my light work!



  18. Cathy Conroy on December 14, 2025 at 11:31 am

    Nora, I was sad to hear of Gene’s passing. I will always remember his great smile and how much he loved sharing his passion for skiing with everyone. He will be missed. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.



  19. Rory on December 16, 2025 at 8:39 am

    Champagne Geno, had some great one liners. I certainly got to know him so much better when I started working with him such a great person to see everyday for the last 10 years I have been here. He always threw a great Xmas party/Bday party too and will be much missed this Christmas season. Love you Geno.



  20. Bill Martin on December 17, 2025 at 12:58 pm

    Back in the ‘90’s we hunted together all over the Midwest….Missouri, Illinois, Kansas and South Dakota…great times and wonderful memories together…it’s now time for Gene to reunite with all of his beloved hunting dogs….



  21. Alyn and Jay on December 19, 2025 at 7:03 pm

    What a privilege to have you as Vail neighbors and friends for over 25 years. Gene…. a true dear gentleman. We loved him; and still do.
    To all of the family… our condolences.



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