Mary Rose Nash, 85, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Mary was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy in life was her family. She shared a loving marriage with her husband, Charles “Charlie” Michael Nash, until his passing in 2016. Together they built a family rooted in love, resilience, and unwavering support.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charlie, and her son, Joe.
Mary is survived by her son, Charles Anthony Nash; her granddaughter, Katye Nash Moore and her husband, William Moore; her grandson, Nicholas Nash; and her cherished great-grandson, Cooper Nash Moore, who lovingly knew her as “GiGi.”
Those who knew Mary will remember her for her strength, kindness, and the unconditional love she gave so freely. She found happiness in life’s simple moments, especially those spent with the people she loved most. Her gentle spirit, warm heart, and enduring devotion to her family leave behind a legacy that will continue for generations.
Though her family mourns her passing, they find comfort knowing she has been reunited with her beloved husband and son. She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.
SERVICES: Memorial visitation will be held at St. Joan Of Arc Catholic Church (5800 Oleatha Ave. St. Louis, Missouri 63139) on Monday, July 20, 9:00 a.m. until Memorial Mass at 11:00 a.m. Private interment at Resurrection Cemetery. Contributions to Gene Slay Boys’ Club of St. Louis (2524 South 11th Street St. Louis, Missouri 63104) appreciated.
Bootsie will always be that 20-something glamorous ingenue that lived in the apartments on the street of my childhood home. To a 7 yr old she made a future life look exciting and filled with possibilities!
I’m deeply sadden to hear of Mary Rose’s passing. Please know my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
She was very special and I know how deeply she was loved by her by her family.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as you navigate this loss. May the memories you shared bring comfort and peace in the days ahead.
With deepest sympathy and much love,
Alita
Mary Rose and Charlie will always hold some special memories for us. They were our neighbors on Hancock for 10 years. We moved in when our boys were 20 and 6 months old. Our daughter Olivia was born in the house next door while Mary Rose tried to keep my dad from stressing out. The best memories will involve block parties. One especially where Eric, Charlie, and Kenny Krechnyak watered down their liquor catching rainwater off the awning. RIP Mary Rose and enjoy eternity with Charlie and Joe.
It was 1955 when we met as freshman at Southwest High school. We call ourselves the sisters. There was five of us and now sadly there are four. We were babies born during WW2. As teens we lived the Happy days!
Our school had sororities and we had so much fun organizing dances and parties. We went to Teen Time at StAmbrose on the hill.
This is where MaryRose met Charlie Nash. Boy were those two the best ever dancers!
As young married couples we still had so much fun. One time the Nashes came to vacation with us in Lt rock,Ar for a few days.
Two weeks later they left for home,some tears were shed by all.
MaryRose was a strong courageous gal as she helped Charlie deal with his health issues. She also cared for her ill Mother and
Again her good heart showed.
Best friends are hard to come by but
MaryRose was one of mine. I will miss her dearly and perhaps she and Charlie are dancing in Heaven. Goodbye dear friend till we meet again!🙏
We were so sad to hear of her passing. She was truly devoted to her family and had unwavering support for Charlie in his work. Prayers for Chuck and his family.
How blessed we were to have walked, danced and played with you in joy and love, our beloved Mary Rose.
Two Fond Memories of Mary Rose
Dancing at the St. Louis Hop
One of my fondest memories of Mary Rose is being her dancing “date” at the premiere of St. Louis Hop on KSD-TV, probably sometime in 1958, at the Arena. We cut a rug there—or, more accurately, a dance floor.
Mary Rose was a great dancer. I wasn’t so bad myself, and we had a lot of fun. We played it up for the TV cameras, but what I remember most is how much fun she made the whole adventure.
Her Lasting Good Humor
That laughter and good humor reflected the way Mary Rose lived the rest of her life. Over the years, we would occasionally talk on the phone, and she was always her old self—even after the difficult loss of Charlie, who was also one of life’s finest people.
The Earring Story
My wife, Ann, loves to tell a story that captures Mary Rose perfectly. At a class reunion, the two of them were in the ladies’ room when Mary Rose was having trouble keeping one of her earrings on. Later, Ann noticed the earring was back in place and said, “Oh, I see you got your earring on.” Without missing a beat, Mary Rose told her she was keeping it on with chewing gum.
Pure Mary Rose
That was pure Mary Rose: unaffected, loving, and laughing. Now that she’s gone, I wish I had stayed closer in touch.
Such a great friend to my late mother, as she was to many.
MaryRose was welcoming before we became neighbors. She invited us as perfect strangers into their home to see the lay out of their home to get a better idea of the house next door that was for sale. Became neighbors and good friends for many more years to come. Maryrose and Charlie were wonderful people.