Samuel “Bill” William Brewer passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
Loving son of the late George Wilson and Hazel Brewer (nee Hopkins); beloved husband of the late Marian Brewer (nee Murray); long time companion of the late Joan Billings; dearest father of David William (Annmarie) Brewer and Rebecca Ann (Wm. Alan) Bergfield; dear grandfather of Kelsey (Craig) Collins, Kristen (Nathan) Fears, Elizabeth and Marie Bergfield; great-grandfather of Gantry Fears, Hutchinson and Charlie Rae Collins; brother of the late Arthur (Rhea) Brewer, Wayne Brewer, David (Ruth) Brewer, Mary (Carroll) Bayler and Gwen (Royal) Erwin; our dear uncle, cousin and friend of many.
Service Tuesday, March 25, 11:00 am at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church (5275 Lindbergh Blvd., 63126). Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the American Heart Association, PO BOX 840692, Dallas, TX 840692 and/or the Missouri Civil War Museum, 222 Worth Rd., St. Louis, MO 63125. Visitation Monday 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL.
Uncle Bill, and his quick wit and twinkle in his eye, will be greatly missed by his extended family. Always the family historian, his stories were full of information and insights. He was always willing to share advice but left it up to the listener whether to learn from him or go on taking their chances on their own.
He will be greatly missed and always loved.
Alan Erwin, nephew
His spot will be empty in the pew at Concord Trinity. He was a loyal member.
I first met Bill Brewer around 1998 when I joined the St Louis Civil War Roundtable. I began to sit at the table where he sat with retired fellow workers and he would save me a seat every month until he was no longer able in recent times to attend. He invited me to stay overnight at his home when I did not want to drive a long distance home at night or the weather was threatening. We became friends and would talk on the phone each month when I asked him to save me a seat at the Roundtable. I was happy to attend his 90th birthday party. In Dec 2024 I was pleased to be able to visit him at the assisted living center where he had moved. He was always kind to me, friendly, and always had a smile. I will miss him. May he rest in peace!