Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Beloved husband of Mary Karen Saykes (nee McDonald). Dear father of Melissa (Brent) Feig and Christopher (Katherine) Saykes. Dear grandfather of Ethan, Hannah, William and Eleanor. Dear son of the late William and Loretta Saykes. Dear brother of Lawrence (Maureen) Saykes, Judith (James) Walker, Gary Saykes and the late Shirley (surviving Rockne) Basciano and Sandra (surviving Jerome) McNally. Our dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend.
SERVICES: Funeral from Kutis Affton Chapel (10151 Gravois Road Affton, Missouri 63123) Wednesday, October 2, 8:45 a.m. to Oratory of Saints Gregory and Augustine (7230 Dale Ave. St. Louis, Missouri 63117) for 9:30 a.m. Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, holy masses preferred. Visitation Tuesday October 1, 5 – 8 p.m.
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr Saykes. Our condolences to the entire Saykes family.
RIP Gerry.
Jerry was one of the best individuals I have ever met. We all miss you!
Oh my ❤️ is sad. I love you cuz. Remember all the fun times when I was a little girl coming to your moms house and having fun with all the cousins. You had a long life. God bless you. Rest Easy my cousin. Love , Nancy Hartley ( Gold )
It has been almost thirty years since I had the privilege of working with Jerry at Richard D. Irwin. He was professional, kind, effective, and above all, a man of integrity. He will be missed by colleagues, friends, and family.
Karen, Melissa, Chris and all your families, Matthew informed us today of Gerry’s passing. We are saddened by this news. We always enjoyed our time together. Gerry had a special way of letting folks know he cared and was easy to talk to. I know his faith led to all he said and did. A great legacy. Our prayers are with you all and his and your beliefs give you comfort. God’s special blessings will shower you. May Gerry’s wonderful memories be a blessing to you all. In Christian love, Ginny (Dennett) and Eric Malm
Dearest Karen , Melissa & Chris,
So sorry to hear of the passing of our dear cousin. We will always remember his kindness and bright light, which he brought to all who knew him. We will pray for all of you daily.
Love, Andrea & Barry
Prayers to Brent and his family
Dear Karen, Melissa, Christopher and family.
I was so sad to hear of Jerry’s passing. I was Jerry’s assistant for many years. We had so many good times and laughter. He was a wonderful man & I enjoyed working with him. He will always be remembered as an icon in the book publishing world, Richard D Irwin and McGraw Hill Higher Education. Cheers to you, Jerry! May you rest in eternal peace.
We were sorry to hear of Gerrys passing. Our condolences to the Saykes family. Phil and Rose Ellen Lucarell
Gerry was one of the finest men I ever knew. Always a gentleman and he could always make me laugh. A delight to work with. I just heard this very sad news. You have my deepest condolences.
Regards, Susan Winter