Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Beloved wife of the late Melvin E. Staat; dearest mother of the late David (surviving Rita) Staat, the late Stephen Staat, Kathleen (David) Smith, Barbara (Chuck) Puglisi, Joan (Daniel) O’Neill; loving grandmother of Carolyn (Dave) Lammert, Michael (Sarah) Staat, Joe (Jess) Puglisi, Tim (Ashley) O’Neill, Daniel (Abby) Smith, John (fiancé Danielle) O’Neill, Alaina O’Neill and Gayle Smith; loving “GG” of Lissie and Luke Lammert, Finley Staat, Ethan, Keegan and Callie Puglisi, Maura, Rory and Colm O’Neill; dear sister of Teresa Samuels, the late Mary Gatti, and the late Joseph Gorman. Our dearest mother-in-law, sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt, great-great-aunt and friend to many.
Funeral from Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Rd. 63123 on Wednesday, June 18 at 9:00 am. to St. Simon Catholic Church for 9:30 am. Mass. Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Contributions to Ponybird Inc. PO Box 190, Mapaville, MO. 63065 or to deGreeff Hospice House, 10024 Kennerly Road, St.Louis, MO. 63128 appreciated. Visitation Tuesday 4-8 pm
Rosemary was a Beautiful, sweet lady! I always enjoyed talking to her. I’m sure she’s celebrating with her family n our Lord!
I will never forget Rosemary and the time spent with her, Stevie, and Tippie as a small child. She took such good care of me and occasionally spoiled me with treats like Cracker Jacks or lunch at Burger Chef. Sending love to her family and peace be with all of you.
Rosemary will always be a fond memory of my childhood. She and the family lived across the street on Jan Drive. I always was amazed at her strength and dedication throughout the years and how she loved and cared for Stevie. I can still picture her taking evening walks with her kids and Stevie in his stroller. God is surely shining His light upon her.