Jean Louise Prechtl
In Loving Memory of
Jean Louise Prechtl
November 27, 1928 – July 27, 2016
Prechtl, Jean Louise (nee Specht) originally of Rochester, NY died peacefully at Laclede Groves Convalescent Home in Webster Groves, MO. Former resident of St. James, MO; loving mother of Cynthia Nostrant (Timothy) of Columbia, SC; Karen Prechtl (Gary LaDuke); Christina Sullivan (Michael); Richard S. Prechtl, III (Sharon Lillibridge) of Collinsville, CT; and James F. Prechtl (Nancy) of Rolla, MO. Loving grandmother of eight: Matthew, Christopher, Charles, Andrew, Cole, Ariel, James, and Daniel. Loving great-grandmother of Jordan and Caiden. Loving sister of Ellen and Thomas. Devoted mother, wife, volunteer, employee, neighbor, and beloved friend to many. Longtime member of Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion (University City). Lover of all God’s creatures–dogs and cats in particular. Among her many talents Jean was an avid gardener, knitter, seamstress, baker and breeder of Dachshunds. She was unfailingly kind and gracious to all. Although she has departed physically, her generous spirit endures.
Memorial Service scheduled for 6:00 pm onThursday, August 18 at Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion, 7401 Delmar Blvd. Fellowship and light refreshments immediately following the Service.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Support Dogs, Inc., a non-profit Assistance Dog provider and training organization based in St. Louis.
Dear family of Jean, I worked with Jean at SmithKline. I am sorry for you loss. She was a wonderful woman and I enjoyed working with her. She was extremely intelligent, great sense of humor, and always full of joy. She show me the power of forgiveness. I will remember her and think of the days I spent with her fondly. God bless you all.
To Jim and family, my heart is with all of you! God bless!! I hope everything else has been good for you and the family! <3