Alan F. Luster, 65, came to rest peacefully in his home on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Alan was a devoted husband, father, grandpa, grandpaw, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend to many. He built a life grounded in hard work, loyalty, and love for his family. Alan spent 36 years as a flooring installer, a career that reflected both his skill and his character steady, dependable, and deeply committed.
Alan was the beloved husband of Mary Ann Luster and a devoted father to Katie (Tyler) Roussin and Erik (Allison) Luster. He was a proud and loving grandpa to his grandson, Asher Luster, and a doting grandpaw to Brody and Julian. He was a cherished brother to Diane (Bob) Bradley and Dale (Donna) Luster, and brother-in-law to David Hanson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Wilma (née Kyle) Luster; his sister, Linda Hanson; and his sister, Doris Davis.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 27, 4–8 pm at Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry Rd, St Louis MO, 63129). Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, January 28, 10 am at Kutis South County Chapel. Interment at Park Lawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the CJD Foundation a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families affected by Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease (CJD) and advancing research toward better understanding, treatment, and ultimately a cure.
What is CJD—and why awareness matters
Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare and aggressive neurodegenerative disease caused by abnormal prion proteins that damage the brain. Symptoms can vary, but typically begin with cognitive and behavioral changes, including confusion and memory impairment. As the disease progresses, individuals may experience loss of coordination and balance, muscle stiffness, visual disturbances, difficulty swallowing, profound fatigue, and respiratory complications. Due to the brain’s role in controlling nearly all bodily functions, CJD causes rapid and widespread deterioration. At this time, there is no cure and no treatment proven to stop its progression. For families, like ours, the focus becomes comfort, dignity, and making the most of the time we have together.
We are sharing Alan’s story to honor his life and to help drive greater awareness, earlier recognition, stronger support for families, and continued research that may one day lead to meaningful treatments. If you choose to give, your support helps advance science, educate medical professionals, and bring hope to families facing this devastating disease.
Donations may be made by visiting Alan’s Tribute Page located HERE
Al was the kind of mentor you don’t forget—steady, hardworking, and generous with his knowledge. I’m grateful for what he taught me, and I know a lot of us are better because of him.
Mickey – what an absolute beautiful thing to write. It makes my heart happy to know that he made such a difference – not just in the work he did, but in the way he taught. Gosh, I wish he could have heard those words. Thank you for sharing…
– Katie (daughter)
My younger brother is with his Savior. I will remember the good times we had. Alan had a joy for living, Loving his family. This is our Loss but Heaven is so happy he came home.
Al was a great guy. He taught a lot of young floor layers, a lot about the trade he will be missed.
I worked around Al quite a bit at ambassador. Besides being a hard worker and very skilled, one of the nicest guys you could have met. My condolences to his family and R.I.P. Al
Our family will certainly miss Alan. We were neighbors with a park in between and it was comforting knowing Alan and Mary were just a stone’s throw away and assessable if we were in need. We attended the same church and did life together…. Our prayers are with the Luster family during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss. I to am in your CJD family and keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻
It doesn’t seem real that you’re gone, I’m sure gonna miss you old buddy. We had a lot of good times together.
We are your neighbors across and cattycorner. Neither of us knew Al as well as we would have liked to but I always enjoyed coming around the corner on my bike with the dogs and seeing him diligently working on something outside the house. Al was always very friendly and waived with his contagious smile. May he rest now and may Mary and the family find peace with the time they had together and the treasured memories they made.
Al was a kind and gentle soul who helped all who needed him. He will be greatly missed. He helped our family so many times Your dear family will be in our prayers daily.
Love Lydia and Bob for all the Powers family from Saint Andrews , where we grew up
Mary sending prayers to you my sweet friend, Al was such a nice guy. I am so sorry this has happen to such a great person.
Prayers
Mary Ann and Family,
We are so sorry to learn of
Alan’s passing. Please know that all of you,
And Alan are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God bless you, comfort you and give you peace.
With sincere sympathy,
Sue and Tom Schley
(Cousin)
Al was such a gentle soul. Kind, caring and always willing to help in times of need. He and Maryann helped me and my sis when she was so sick at the lake. I will never forget their caring hearts.
David and I moved nextdoor to Al and Mary after we got married last Spring. We loved them instantly. One day David and Al were in their backyards talking over the fence and it was so nice to see. It was like we knew them forever. I am heartbroken at Al’s loss, but I will still be here for Mary. I pray God grants the entire family the peace that passes all human understanding.
Alan and I met when Dave and Linda started dating. It didn’t take long and Al and I became a solid 3rd wheel. You would always hear Linda say, Dave it’s ok than can come with us. Church for both the Hanson and Luster family was important. Sundays were going to church and playing softball.
As time went on Al and I spent many Saturdays with my dad working on churches.
We both knew what it meant to work hard at a young age, this alone probably contributed to Alan’s great work ethic
It warmed my heart seeing all the photos of Alan his family and friends. I believe he lived his life to the fullest and leaves us all for a better place, but not without great memories and examples of being a good person.