CHESTER – Memorial Hospital announces the retirement of Kathy Winkler, Director of Pharmacy, who has been a part of their team since October 1989. After over 35 years of dedicated service, Kathy retired on March 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of care, innovation, and collaboration.
Reflecting on her time at Memorial, Kathy shared, “Memorial has been like family to me. I have spent more than half of my life at the hospital. When you work at Memorial, it is more than a job—it is family. The team atmosphere here is second to none, and I have been blessed with wonderful coworkers not only within the pharmacy department but beyond. Every department works as a team, and we know we are all working toward the same goal: fulfilling Memorial’s mission to take care of the patients and each other.”
Beyond her role in the pharmacy, Kathy also helped organize the Memorial Hospital “Popeye Pedlars,” who joined St. Louis’s Pedal the Cause event from 2018 to 2022, raising funds for cancer research at the Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman for Kids at Children’s Hospital. “Kathy’s Leadership and collaboration have shaped the success of the Hospital and Retail pharmacy services.
She was instrumental in many Memorial Hospital medication safety and giveback programs that have greatly benefited our community” said Brett Bollmann, CEO. While her many professional achievements are noteworthy, Kathy’s fondest memories center on her colleagues and patients. From navigating the challenges of the 1993 flood, by commuting to work by boat, to fostering lifelong friendships. Kathy’s journey at Memorial exemplifies a life dedicated to service. She now looks forward to relaxing at the lake, crafting, reading, and spending more time with family and friends.
As Memorial celebrates Kathy’s remarkable career, they are excited to welcome Amy Kloos, PharmD as their new Director of Pharmacy. Amy has been a dedicated pharmacist at Memorial since 2003 and brings with her a wealth of experience and a passion for patient care.