Artie Mae Brewer, 87, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Mercy Hospital South.
She was born December 19, 1938 in Friedheim, MO to Avery Lee and Alice Edna (Hanners) Drum.
Artie and Edward J. Zoellner were married April 19, 1961 at St. Maurus Catholic Church in Biehle, MO. He preceded her in death on May 4, 1978.
She began working at Jackson Hosiery in Jackson, MO and retired after twenty-five years as a supervisor at Lenco Welding Supplies in Jackson, MO.
She was a member of St. Maurus Catholic Church in Biehle and American Legion Post #133 Auxiliary.
Artie enjoyed working in her flower garden and going antiquing. She loved spending time with her family.
Survivors include her children, Wanda (Dana) Spurlock of Jonesboro, IL, Allen Zoellner of Frieheim, MO, Trudy (Fred) Wright of Perryville, MO; step-children, David Dior of Columbus, GA, Thomas (Liz) Brewer of Greentown, IN, Lisa (Greg) Smith of Perryville, MO, Lynnette (Mark) Berkbuegler of Perryville, MO, Julie (Jon) Lanier of Perryville, MO; eight grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; ten step-grandchildren; thirteen step great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Edward J. Zoellner; second husband, Dale D. Turner; third husband, Thomas S. Brewer; two brothers, Ralph Drum, Elbert Drum.
Visitation will be from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville and will continue from 8:00 am to 9:20 am on Monday, February 9, 2026 at the funeral home.
Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Monday, February 9, 2026 at St. Maurus Catholic Church in Biehle with Rev. Michael Benz officiating.
Burial will be at St. Maurus Catholic Cemetery in Biehle, MO.
Memorial contributions may be given to American Diabetes Association or Leukemia Association.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.