Mary T. Droste
June 1, 1936 – June 15, 2026
Mary T. Droste, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 15, 2026, at the age of 90.
She was the devoted wife of Burton Droste, with whom she shared 69 years of marriage.
Mary was the loving mother of: Sandy Hancock (Dan), Terry Bryant (Fred), Jack Droste (Sally), Patty McGownd (Jeff).
She was the cherished grandmother of: Daniel Bryant, Navy Petty Officer Second Class , Katie King (Adam), Kelsey Batten (Danny) ,Jacob Droste (Katti) , Cori Grass (Daniel), Sam McGownd (Kitty), Kim Smith (Neil) and Jonah Wheeler.
Mary was the proud great-grandmother of: Charlie King, Robbie King, Brysen Heid, Brantley Heid, Branson Heid, Baylor Heid, Jacklyn Jean “JJ” Droste, John Gerard “Jax” Droste, Nora Batten, Molly Batten, Andrew Grass, Morgan Smith and Carson Smith.
She was the daughter of the late Steve and Mary (McHugh) Sabo.
Mary is also survived by her sisters, Dorothy Norland and Susan Gamache. She was preceded in death by her brother, Steve Sabo. She is further survived by her nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.
Mary’s greatest joy was her family. She deeply loved her husband, Burt, and together they traveled the world, creating a lifetime of cherished memories. Her love, strength, kindness, and unwavering devotion will be remembered by all who knew her. Mary leaves behind a legacy of love that will live on through the many lives she touched and the family she so dearly treasured.
May her memory be a blessing to all who loved her.
The family kindly requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mary’s honor be made to the Employee Christmas Fund at Friendship Village, 12563 Village Circle Drive, St. Louis, MO 63127.
Celebration of Life – Friday, June 26th, 2026 (1pm Mass, 2-5pm Gathering of Family and Friends)
Location – Friendship Village, 12563 Village Circle Drive, St. Louis, MO 63127. Upon entering Friendship Village, stay right to Ballroom.