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ROSALIE T. BARNES (nee Harris), December 20, 2021 Beloved wife of the late Gerald Barnes; beloved daughter of Albert and Libby Harris; dear mother and mother-in-law of Carolyn Thoele (the late John), Sheri Ries (Kurt) and Michael Barnes (Rita); dear grandmother of Aaron Thoele (Jen), Holly Spotz (Ryan), Kyle Ries (Angela), Kristin Jimenez (Jeremy), Todd Ries, Jeremy, Lindsey and Jack Barnes; dear greatgrandmother of Carson, Stella and Pierce Spotz, William Thoele, Joel Ries, Levi and Miles Jimenez; dear sister of Marlene Harris; our dear aunt, cousin, and friend. Beloved daughter of Albert and Libby Harris. Private services were held. Memorial contributions to the charity of your choice. Berger Memorial Service CARRIE LYNN BROWN Carrie, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend to many passed away at her home on Sunday, December 19, 2021 in Thornton, CO. To many, Carrie was also known affectionately as Kiki. Carrie was born at Jewish Hospital on October 24, 1970, in St Louis. Carrie began school at Parkway Ross Elementary and went on to Parkway North High School, graduating in 1989. Carrie attended Maryville University graduating with a degree in biology. Carrie married Jason Thorpe of Rolla, MO on February 1, 2005, in the Bahamas. Together they brought into the world two lovely daughters, Piper Lynn and Presley Rose. They moved in July 2012 to Thornton, CO. Piper, now age 14 attends Horizon High School and Presley age 12, attends Century Middle School. During Carrie’s years in Colorado, she and her daughters spent a lot of time with family and friends. Carrie’s focal points were her mother Susan Brown, (who moved to Colorado to be near both her daughters), her sister Holly Beth Murray, her husband Greg and their daughters Mackenzie Rose and Stella Jean. Carrie worked nearly four years at Adams 12 School District and developed a new sphere of friends and coworkers. Carrie leaves a legacy of love, wonderful memories and two beautiful daughters. Beloved daughter of Susan Brown (Wertheimer) and father Paul “Buddy” Brown (deceased), cherished sister of Holly Beth Brown, sister-inlaw of Greg Murray, loving aunt of Mackenzie Rose and Stella Jean. She also is survived by Carrie’s daughter’s grandparents, Harold and Loretta Thorpe of Rolla, MO, Aunt Tracy and husband Matt Jenkins and sons Logan and Ty
also of Rolla, MO. Carrie is also survived by Uncle Harvey and Aunt Edith (deceased) Brown and her many cousins from the Brown, Brasch and Wertheimer families. A Celebration of Life was held for family, friends, and Adams 12 School District colleagues at the home of Holly and Greg Murray of Broomfield on Dec. 27, 2021. A Final Celebration of Life service was held Jan. 2, 2022, at Berger Memorial Chapel, 9430 Olive Boulevard, followed by burial at Bellerive Gardens Cemetery, 740 N Mason Road. Please visit www.bergermemorialchapel.com for more information. Berger Memorial Service M. SUSAN CARLSON passed away on December 30, 2021, at the age of 72. Beloved wife of Gerry Greiman for 39 years; dear mother of David Carlson Greiman and Nora Carlson Greiman (James Lange); dear sister of the late Jeff Carlson, the late Greg (Diane) Carlson and Steve (Tina) Carlson; our dear aunt, great aunt, sister-in-law; cousin and friend to many. Susan was born in Lincoln, Nebraska on November 2, 1949, and grew up on the family farm outside Waverly, Nebraska. She graduated from Cottey College (which later conferred its Distinguished Alumni Award on her) and the University of Nebraska, taught high school for a year, and then earned her law degree from the University of Nebraska School of Law. Following Law School, Susan served as a Law Clerk for the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit in St. Louis, where she met Gerry. After her Clerkship, Susan moved to Washington, D.C., where she spent two years as a litigator for a private law firm and six years as a Trial Attorney with the United States Department of Justice, including a six-month stint in Guam. Susan, along with Gerry, David and Nora, returned to St. Louis in 1986, and Susan worked as a full-time Assistant and Associate Visiting Professor at the Washington University School of Law from 1987 to 1994, teaching litigation and alternative dispute resolution in the clinical law program. During her time at Washington University, Susan also spent several weeks as a Lecturer at Sichuan University School of Law in China. While at Washington University, Susan served as a mentor and role model to many women law students; the Law School had only a handful of women faculty members at the time. Susan later was a founding member of Van Amburg, Chackes, Carlson & Spritzer, and spent many years practicing law in St. Louis, representing clients in various types of civil litigation, including civil rights, clergy abuse matters and discrimination cases. In 2010, Susan had the honor of being elected to the Missouri House of Representatives, where she served from 2011 to 2013.
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Susan also was active in community activities, serving as a Trustee of the St. Louis Metropolitan Sewer District; President of the Missouri Women’s Political Caucus; President and Board member of the American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri; President and Board Member of Missouri NARAL; Democratic Committeewoman for Hadley Township; National Board Member of the American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri; and Board Member of the University City Educational Fund. Susan was a long-time member of Central Reform Congregation. Susan loved her family, travel, reading, lawyering, politics, the beach and watching golf. She uniquely combined smarts, spunk and compassion. Her constant advice to her children was Be Smart, Have Fun. Susan made a difference in the world and will be missed. A funeral service was held Jan. 3 at Central Reform Congregation, followed by interment at New Mt. Sinai Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that those wishing to make a tribute in Susan’s honor consider a gift to the American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri or an organization of their choice. Please visit www.bergermemorialchapel. com for more information. Berger Memorial Service ROBERT J. DIAMOND, December 25, 2021 Beloved husband of the late Doris Ginsberg Diamond; dear father and father-in-law of Melissa Thurmond and Benjamin Diamond (Jennifer); dear grandfather of Maxwell and Cooper; dear brother of the late Marvin Diamond and the late Edwin Diamond; our dear uncle, cousin, and friend to many. A graveside service was held Dec. 30 at Beth Hamedrosh Hagodol Cemetery, 9125 Ladue Road. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions preferred to the charity of your choice. Berger Memorial Service BRYAN FITTER, December 29, 2021 Passed away at the age of 61; Beloved son of Howard and Bonita Fitter; dear brother and brother-in-law of Amy (Fitter) & Mickey Suhl; Grandson of the late Herman and Gertrude Fitter and of the late Alfred and Pearl Altman; a friend to many. Bryan made a career in the food services industry as well as maintaining a car detailing service on the side. Bryan will be remembered for his warm heart, kind and caring ways, his desire to help others, and the love of family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Jan. 6, 3:30 p.m. at the Berger Memorial Chapel 9430 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, Mo. 63132. Please visit bergermemorialchapel.com for more information. Berger Memorial Service DR. STAN FRAGER, 82, of Louisville, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 after a long illness. He is survived by his wife, the former Patty Wilson; daughter, Sarah; son, Alfred Joshua; sister, Maris Berg (the late Dr. Edward; uncle, Harry Samuels (Flora); sister-in-law, Leslie Wilson; brother-in-law, Gary Wilson; nephews, Danny Berg, Michael Berg, Chris Wilson and Andrew Wilson; niece, Sarah Porter; hundreds of adopted scouts; and a host of friends. Stanley Frager was born in St. Louis on April 23, 1939, the son of Alfred Havram and Rose Samuels Frager. Dr. Frager was a proud graduate of the University City High School Class of 1957, where he was the leader of a popular jazz band. He also began his lifetime career as a Boy Scout In St. Louis where he became an Eagle Scout. Classmate Irl Solomon has “fond memories of Stan, whose jazz band provided the sound track of our high school days.” Classmate Ron Zetcher remembers, “Stan, a talented guy and a true friend.” Dr. Stan was Professor Emeritus at the Kent
School of Social Work, University of Louisville; a practicing Clinical Psychologist; Sports Psychologist; Radio Talk Show Host; Author; Professional Speaker; and Scoutmaster Emeritus, Troop 30, The Temple. Services were held Dec. 29 at The Temple, 5101 US Hwy 42, where Rabbi David Ariel-Joel officiated; burial followed at The Temple Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy can be made to The Temple Brotherhood, 5101 US Hwy 42, Louisville, KY 40241 or to the Colon Cancer Prevention Project, 1640 Lyndon Farm Ct #108, Louisville, KY 40223. www.meyerfuneral.com DAVID R. GELLER, December 25, 2021 Dear father and father-in-law of Bradley Geller of St. Louis, Cynthia Arnold of Cave Creek, AZ, and Eric Geller of Los Angeles; dear grandfather of Channing Blake Arnold of Scottsdale, AZ and Chase Ellsworth Arnold of Scottsdale, AZ; dear brother and brother-in-law of Ruth Mariam (the late Al “Sonny”); father-in-law of Thomas C. Arnold; dear uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend to many including: Allen Mariam (Sharon), Wendye Jansen (Dan), Dena Miller (Gary), Neal and Brent Sokol and families; Steve Heligman (Sue), Rusty Geller and family, the late Jeanette Block (Harold), Allen Block (Jan) and family, Trudi Young (Steve) and family, the late Lou and Phil Manik and family, The Don Ko family, the late Bobbi Weiss (Harvey), the late Pete Karibian, the late Ray Sotier, the late Mike Theodore, the late Norman Leventhall. A graveside service was held Dec. 27 at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery, 7550 Olive Boulevard. Please visit www.Bergermemorialchapel.com for Live Stream details. Memorial contributions are preferred to the charity of your choice. Berger Memorial Service JANET RAE GOLDENBERG, August 4, 1949 December 31, 2021 Janet, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, godmother, ‘Grandma’, niece, cousin, and friend to many passed away Friday December 31, 2021. After graduating from University City High in 1968, Janet proudly joined the US Military. Janet continued her love of service by becoming a Missouri Corrections Officer. During her time in corrections, Janet received an award for her bravery. Janet loved spending time with her family and friends. She established a love for fishing at an early age and even passed that joy on to her nephews. Harry Potter was a favorite of hers and some might even say she was a “Super Fan”. Janet leaves a legacy of love, integrity, and wonderful memories. Beloved daughter of the late Marvin Goldenberg and Shirley Goldenberg, cherished sister of Debra (Joel) Spigel, Malka (Roni) Lilienthal, Irvin (Jeanne) Goldenberg, Bayla (Michael) Paynor, Anna Rose (Victor) Tendler, Marilyn (Geoff) Lampel, and Larry Goldenberg. Janet is survived by her godsons: Guy (Galia) Lilienthal and their children, and Hershel (Emily) Tendler. Janet was known as Grandma to Guy’s children: Yanai, Talia Rivka, and Arbel Moshe A member of Nusach Hari B’nai Zion synagogue. A graveside service was held on Jan. 2, 2022 at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery, 650 White Rd. 63017. Memorial contributions preferred to Nusach Hari B’nai Zion or a charity of your choice. Visit bergermemorialchapel.com for more information. Berger Memorial Service Obituaries continue on opposite page
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