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In Loving Memory

Harnacker, Kathrene M. (nee Messmer)

July 19, 1933 - April 9, 2026

Beloved mother of Barbara Allhoff, Kathrene P. Harnacker, John F. (Debbie) Harnacker,  and Trudie ( Steve Asher) Harnacker; grandmother of Steve Allhoff, Annie (Tim) Allclair and great grandmother of Milo.  Dear sister of Barbara (the late Joseph) Waddock. Our dearest aunt, great-aunt, cousin, friend, and neighbor.

She was born in Sacalaz, Romania, grew up on a farm, and then moved to St Louis as a teenager with her family. She fulfilled her dream of helping others by becoming a nurse and worked at Misssouri Pacific Hospital, City Hospital and Nooter Corporation. She enjoyed going to the casinos and playing the penny slots, traveling, and spending time with her family. After retiring she worked for Catholic Charities and loved crocheting and knitting with the craft group at St. Gabriels church.

Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church 3140 Meramec St. 63118 on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 10:00 am. Inurnment at Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery.

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3 thoughts on “Harnacker, Kathrene M. (nee Messmer)”

  1. Our thoughts and Prayers on the loss of your Mom. She will be remembered with all your good memories during your life with her. May God’s blessings give you the strength and his support you need during this difficult time and in the coming year.

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  2. Sorry for your loss. Remember her as a kind person. Just found out about her passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Will let my mom (Anne Goetz) know.

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