Gordon Anthony Waeckerle, 84, of Lexington KY, beloved husband of D. Elaine Waeckerle (nee Vandeven), passed away on Monday July 14, 2025. A native of St. Louis, MO, he was born on February 1, 1941 to the late Edwin and Eleanor (nee Troeger) Waeckerle. Gordon was a faithful member of St. Peter Claver Catholic Church where he made many friends and continued to grow in his faith. He was a loving family man and a friend to many.
After graduating from St. Mary’s High School, Gordon entered the army and began a 37 year career at Union Electric. While a member of St. Martin of Tours CYC, he met the love of his life and his best friend, Elaine. They married on October 13, 1962.
In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by daughter Christine (Bill) Dodson, daughter Janet (Russ) Roberts, son Matt (Amy) Waeckerle, beloved grandchildren Anthony (Chassity) Dodson, Derrick (Kaylei) Waeckerle, Alyssa Dodson, Joshua (Danielle) Dodson, Kelsey (Matt) Wooldridge, Anna Roberts, cherished great-grandchildren Nate, Matthew, Ethan, Eli, Irie, Autumn, Cooper, Peyton, Haydn, Maddox, a sister Diann Murray, a brother Glennon Waeckerle, 3 sisters-in-law, 1 brother-in-law and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Gordon was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary Waeckerle, his parents, and his brother, Ronald Waeckerle.
Services: Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 16, 2025, 10:00am, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 4556 Telegraph Rd., St. Louis, MO 63129. Internment at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Gordon’s Honor may be made to The St. Peter Claver Building Fund (Lexington KY) (CLICK HERE TO DONATE) or to The Lexington VA Fisher House (CLICK HERE TO DONATE).
We were very sad to hear of Gordon’s passing. We met here in Florida when he and Elaine lived in Summit Greens. We have so many fond memories of our times together on the golf course and working together at the staffing and security company. We always had fun and lots of laughter. Our hearts go out to Elaine and his family
Elaine and family – My sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved Gordon. Fond memories of your family growing up and especially the Sunday at Mary Mother years ago when Gordon held our youngest baby son endeavoring to calm him. May you all feel God’s arms surround you with His loving peace.