Fortified with the sacraments of the Holy Mother Church, Alice Marie Woods, aged 82, of St. Louis, Missouri, was called home to the Lord on September 3, 2026, passing peacefully while surrounded by family and friends.
Born on February 19, 1944, to the late Victor and Marie Horst, Alice was a devoted spouse, terrific mother, and friend to many.
Preceded in death by her most-beloved husband Michael when she was 48, Alice rebuilt and redefined her life around her children, family, faith and friends.
Alice is survived by her beloved children Michael (Dawn), Joseph (Angie) and David (Julie). Michael, Joseph and David are forever grateful for parents that taught them the value of hard work, resilience and love.
Alice was preceded in death by her cherished sisters Diane (the late Thomas) and Victoria, each of whom she loved dearly.
She is survived by her dearest sisters-in-law Elaine, Karen and Joyce, and was preceded in death by her sister-in-law Mary (George).
She is also survived by her treasured grandchildren Kayla, Claire, Grace, Audrey, Austin, Ethan and Connor. Alice rarely missed a game or event and was a constant presence in her grandchildren’s lives.
Kindhearted and compassionate, Alice will also be forever missed by her many cousins, nieces, nephews and other extended family.
Alice had a gift for making friends. She cared deeply about those friends, and if you were lucky enough to be one of them, you never had a doubt about how deeply she cared about you. The family appreciates the outpouring of love from Alice’s many close friends over these last several months.
Services: Funeral Mass to be held at 11 am on September 23rd at Mary Mother of the Church, 5901 Kerth Road, St. Louis, MO 63128. Visitation for family and close friends to be held immediately prior to the Funeral Mass at 9:30 am. Following the Funeral Mass, Alice will be buried at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery alongside her most-beloved Michael on what would have been his 87th birthday.
In honor of a life well lived and in lieu of flowers, donations in Alice’s name can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a hospice provider of your choice, or to St. John Vianney High School, where she was a much-loved volunteer over her final 12 years.
Arrangements under the direction of KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL
The Lord was swift in His will with Alice. I know she has the biggest smile now, being with her Michael and many family members that were called all too soon. Alice was the most personable, loving and caring person – truly authentic – the real deal.
I will miss our times together, sharing updates on our lives over lunch or dinner. Here’s to you dear friend, celebrating our friendship and raising a glass of wine to you in your heavenly home.
I cannot even begin to put a dent into how much Alice has meant to me over the years. Getting to see her and visit with her during trips to Saint Louis will be forever treasured❤️She was a huge blessing and forever in my memories and close to my heart.
My deepest sympathies for her family. Praying for peace and comfort🙏🏽❤️🤗
On behalf of the chaplain department at Friendship Village Sunset Hills, we offer our deepest condolences in the time of your loss. Praying for your family in the time of grief. Remember, “God is near to the brokenhearted.” Psalm 34:18
Alice’s kindness was ever-present. As was her love for her family and friends. I would often only see Alice a few times a year, but her passing fills my heart with grief and saddens because I know how true her words of memoriam are. My sincere condolences to all her family, friends and loved ones. You have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Alice was much more than our neighbor for 12 + years. She was our friend. Through many Wine Wednesdays, we learned how proud she was of her “boys” and grandchildren, how much she cared about our country, how compassionate she was and how much fun she could be. There was never a dull moment with Alice, from snakes in her basement to a bird in her flue, we never knew what might come next. She epitomized what a friend and neighbor should be. As she said, we were buddies and we knew we count count on each other, whatever the need might be. We will miss her. That house across the street will always be Alice’s house.
“Sweetheart”. That is the first thought I have when I remember dear Alice. I was blessed to know her when working in home care with SSM. She was a joy to be around and always asked how I was doing. Rest well Alice, you will be missed.