A funeral will be held today, Wednesday, December 15, 2021 for 61-year-old Kimberly Ann Amschler of Perryville, Mo. who passed away Saturday, December 11, 2021 at her home.
Kim was born June 18, 1960 in Perryville, to Elmer and Mary Glen-Rose (Wengert) Renaud. Elmer preceded in death. Mary survives in Perryville.
Survivors also include three brothers and a sister: Mike (Joyce) Renaud of Cape Girardeau, Mo., Brenda (Larry) Winkler of Perryville, Daryl (Karen) Renaud of Mora, Minn. and Wesley Renaud of Jackson, Mo., her mother in law Viola Amschler of Cape Girardeau and many nieces and nephews.
After graduating from Perryville High School, she married her soul mate, Gregory Eugene Amschler on May 5, 1979 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church of Perryville.
Together they had three sons, Jason Amschler with son Ryan of Perryville, Justin (Katrina) Amschler, with their children Lexi Ann and Liam of Perryville, and Nicholas Amschler (Special Friend Lydia Javvaji) with her two children Rohan and Roshni of Cape Girardeau, Mo.
She was also preceded in death by her father in law Robert Amschler, grandparents, Ed and Leona Wengert and Martin and Catherine Renaud.
She was retired after 22 years as an Assistant Site Manager in the health care unit at Menard Correctional Center in Chester, Ill.
She was a member of St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Perryville.
Her first love was her grandchildren and family, together she loved to travel, fish and watch the grandkids or nieces play soccer. Kim was also known for her cake decorating skills which she shared while teaching classes years ago. She was recognized for her one of a kind crafting abilities and creations that many enjoy to this day. She also loved gardening, painting, spending time outdoors in nature and camping.
Visitation was 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2021 and 8-9:30 a.m. today, Wednesday, December 15, 2021 with Rosary at 8:15 a.m. all at Ford and Young Funeral Home in Perryville.
A funeral mass for 61-year-old Kimberly Ann Amschler of Perryville was celebrated at 10 a.m. today, Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Perryville with Reverend Joe Geders C.M. officiating.
Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Perryville at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be given to The American Cancer Society and St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford and Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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