Palecek, Theresa Ann (née Nolan), 95, passed away on January 26, 2025 at Manor Grove in Kirkwood, MO. Born on April 25, 1929, in St. Louis, MO, to Francis and Genevieve Nolan. She leaves behind a loving family: beloved husband: Arthur Palecek, cherished children: Chris Wille, Diana (the late Alex) Scheuer, Gary (Catherine), Lyn Castellano (Joe) and their families. She was a loving sister to Francine Callahan and Rosemary Crews, and proud grandmother of Stacy (Ryan), Jacob (Tracy), Chad, Justin (Virginia), Natalie (Wes), Brett (Lindsay), Ali (Ryan), Adam (Alex), Nathan (Ally), and 20 adored great-grandchildren. Theresa was a devoted wife for 76 years and a dedicated force in their family’s jewelry business. Her love, warmth, and commitment will be deeply missed.
Services: Visitation 4-7pm Wednesday, January 29 at Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, Mehlville, MO 63129; Service at Kutis 12:30pm Thursday, January 30. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Missouri.
My Momo loved playing cards, spending time with friends and family, and dancing. Man could she dance! She has handled these last several years with grace, love, and strength. Even as Alzheimer’s took its toll on her, she could still light up a room with her smile. I miss her dearly but I have so much peace knowing her brain and body are fully restored. I imagine she is grinning from ear to ear as she is dancing her way around heaven with Jesus. I am praying for peace and comfort for those of us waiting to reunite with her, especially for my 98 year old Popo who was by her side through 76 1/2 years of marriage.