Sparwasser, Bert Roy

Asleep in Jesus on Saturday, September 6^th, 2025.

Beloved husband of Sharon Sparwasser (nee Winkler); devoted father of the late Katie Maass (nee Sparwasser); cherished son of the late Roy and Gladys Sparwasser (nee Ruff); loving uncle of Emily Winkler, Sarah Winkler, Jennifer (Brad) Budsberg, Stephanie (Cody) Psencik, Shannon (Davy) Gregory, Shane (Dawn) Stanley; dearest brother in law of Barbara Rutledge, Rick (Karen) Winkler, Mark (Kyilene) Winkler, Susan Winkler, and the late Mike Winkler; dear son-in-law of the late Phil and Shirley Winkler; our dear great uncle, cousin, and friend to many.

If you had the opportunity to meet Bert and spend some time with him, his unique sense of humor and willingness to teach, mentor, listen, and collaborate on problem solving would become apparent.  His forty-six-year career at Killark-Hubbell began as a summer help factory worker as he worked through various levels of responsibility to achieve the position of Manufacturing Manager by the time he retired in 2015.

Bert was a multi-faceted person who could converse about subjects ranging from sports including his favorite Mizzou football team to horticulture to farming which was honed as he grew up working summers over in Waterloo, Il on farms owned by his family and friends.

The stories he told which could entertain you for hours were complete with details of time, places, people and almost made you feel like you were there.

Bert has been a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church his whole life, having attended grade school at Holy Cross School and after graduating moving on to Lutheran High School South.  From an early age, he was interested in music and focused on playing percussion instruments while participating in the Jazz band and school orchestra.  His love for music transitioned him into the world of Drum Corps International which he shared with his family and friends.

His greatest love and source of pride was his daughter with whom he shared his love for music, sports, Killark, fantasy football, and all things Lutheran South.  Katie will now be joined again with her Dad in their heavenly home.

Our memories keep our deceased loved ones close to us.  If you have any “Bert memories” to share, please do so.  Maybe we can all enjoy getting to know this wonderful person a little better.

Bert’s family has requested *NO FLOWERS* but they greatly appreciate any contributions to the American Heart Association or to Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church.

SERVICES: Visitation will be held at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL (10151 Gravois Rd. 63123) on Monday, September 15^th from 5:00 -9:00 PM.  There will also be visitation on Tuesday, September 16^th at Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church (2650 Miami St. 63118) from 9:00 – 10:00 AM, with the funeral service at 10:00 AM. Interment at St. Trinity Cemetery (2160 Lemay Ferry Rd. 63125)