Brown, Gwendolyn Sue “Wendy” (nee Raich) Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Thursday, July 11, 2024. Beloved wife of Scott Brown for over 31 years. Dearest mother of Matthew Brown (Fiancee’ Allie DeGuire) and Christopher Brown; loving daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (nee Busch) Raich; dear sister of Annie Crim, Debbie (Rob) Brusewitz, Katie (Mitch) Kemner, Mike (Stephanie) Raich and the late infant Leo Raich; dear daughter-in-law of Bernie and the late Mary Ann Brown; dear-sister-in law of Sue (Kevin) Verble and Peggy (Bryan) Bertsch; proud dog mom to Clay, Crosby and Rawlings; our dear niece, aunt, cousin and friend to many.
Wendy grew up in Roxana, IL and was a diehard Shell fan. At Roxana she played softball and was a member of Student Council, but her true love was cheerleading, especially for her dad’s Roxana Shells Football Teams. She continued on cheerleading professionally as a member of the Storm Twisters. While cheering for the KC Chiefs at a preseason game at old Busch Stadium she “met” her future husband Scott…she was third from the right, back row. That encounter would lead to a marriage that would last just shy of 32 years.
Wendy worked at Ameren for 35+ years, initially working as a secretary while completing her undergrad at SIU-E and working her way all the way up to Director of Digital after earning her MBA, also from SIU-E.
Wendy was very devoted to her Catholic Faith and found so much comfort and joy in the ACTS Retreat she went on, both as a participant and later a leader. It was very comforting to her to have many of those women come back and say the Divine Mercy Chaplet for her.
However, Wendy was best known for her love and devotion to her two boys and driving and following them all over the country to their countless number of hockey and baseball games and practices. When they began preparing for college, the void was filled by her three other babies: her golden retrievers. Wendy truly appreciated everyone in her life, but she was most appreciative of her family.
Services: Visitation at KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Wednesday July 17, 4-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Thursday, July 18 at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to CBC High School or Siteman Cancer Center appreciated.
Scott & family,
Pam & I are heart broken to hear of Wendy’s passing. She was such an enthusiastic young lady at Roxana & a wonderful woman. Our thoughts & prayers go out to you, your Sons & the entire family.
Bill & Pam Smith
Scott and family,
Wendy was my best friend all through high school. She and her family meant the world to me. I will always remember her beautiful smile and contagious spirit. May God hold you all tight in his embrace through this difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Kelly (Kirby) Wiley
Dear Scott and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find solace in all the wonderful memories you shared. Take comfort in the love she left behind. My sincere prayers are with you for this difficult journey.
May she rest in peace
Mickey Sullivan
Dear Scott, Matt & Allie, & Chris,
Such a beautiful tribute to such a beautiful soul. We will always remember Wendy with great love and respect. She truly walked in and lived her faith with grace daily. Without a doubt, Wendy’s love has touched and been a blessing to all she has encountered. We will miss her more than words can say. Love you all so much!
Katie, Mitch, Mitchell & James
Brown family…
I’m so sorry for your loss. I worked with Wendy at Ameren for most of her career. She always had a smile for you and she was so sweet and always so helpful! She will be missed immensely and was taken way too soon! My condolences and prayers are with you all.
Our deepest condolences to you and the Brown Family.
I loved Wendy sorry to everyone for your loss RIP Wendy
Wendy was an amazing peer and mentor. She will definitely be missed. I send my most sincere condolences to her family and friends.
A shining light. My prayers for Scott, Matthew and Chris. It was an honor to sing at the wedding and revel in the love that you had for each other. She is missed by so many and will always have a place in our hearts.
To Scott Matt Chris and the entire family. I am so sorry for your loss but know the wonderful memories fill your hearts. I worked with Wendy at Ameren as she started her career there. She was a wonderful person and co worker. Prayers are with the family
Wendy was an amazing co-worker and a leader in Ameren. She is definitely be missed. Rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with the family .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Scott, and your family!
Wendy was an amazing leader at Ameren. She was fair, compassionate, and so supportive of everyone she interacted with. I was fortunate to get to know Wendy well during several large projects and I loved her sense of humor. We had a lot of laughs. Sending your entire family my deepest condolences. Her smiles and warmth will be greatly missed.
I worked for Wendy at Ameren a few years back. She was truly a wonderful person. My heart goes out to all of her friends and family.
She will be greatly missed. She was a blessing to those who knew her, but even though she is gone, I gain solace in knowing that heaven has gained an Angel.
Scott, our thoughts and prayers for you and your family in this most difficult time. “My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion forever” (Psalm 73:26)
Dear Wendy,
May God be with you in heaven. May God’s peace be with all of those who miss you. Thank you for the kindness and love you left behind in this world.
Remembering you forever, Natasha
I remember vividly Wendy being very welcoming and supportive during the time when I was hired on and was apart of providing IT support to the Trade Floor. She was a great leader and more importantly an amazing person. She will be missed.
May God bless her family.
Scott and family,
I’m deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Please know of the prayers of your friends at SLUH. May Wendy rest in peace, and the Lord comfort you who mourn her passing.
Scott and family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I have the privilege to be hired at Wendy’s team at Ameren. Wendy was a good supervisor and more importantly a good friend.
My prayer for Wendy and for Scott, Matt and Christopher.
Dear Coach Brown and family
We are so saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely
Steve and Sue Mauzy
Scott,Matt, Chris: Feeling sympathy for yor loss of Wendy- dear wife and mother. Wishing you courage and wisdom as you process her passing, hoping that her memory will inspire you to imitate her love and to make it a part of your journey forward as you continue to perpetuate her life by imitating her. Eternal rest Grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul rest in peace. Amen
Scott and Family,
I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you for comfort, peace and strength going forward. Keep on loving her as I’m sure she is now doing to you from above.
Scott and family,
Wendy was such a wonderful person. When she was my supervisor at Ameren she let me work from home when my husband crushed his knee, even though she wasn’t supposed to. We would always share our love of dogs by trading stories and pictures. I will miss her so much.
Scott and the family,
I have known Wendy as a co-worker at Ameren for almost 23 years.
She was a good hearted, amazing person and always very compassionate and understanding. She was an example of a good, dedicated worker.
May God rest her soul in peace and give strength to your families to endure this loss.
Thanks,
Ratan.
Scott, Matt, & Chris–
I just saw this news and am so sorry for your loss. Wendy was my absolute favorite volunteer as a Vianney mom! I know the pain you’re going through all to well. I continue to pray for you all and for Wendy who is at peace now.
Dennis Matreci