A funeral will be held Monday, January 22, 2024 for 95-year-old Dorothy M. Pilz of Frohna, Missouri who passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at Independence Care Center in Perryville.
She was born January 20, 1928 in New Wells, MO a daughter of Eugene and Clara (Gerler) Starzinger, who both preceded her in death.
Dorothy married Clarence Pilz April 17, 1949 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells, Mo. He preceded her in death on August 25, 1974.
Survivors include a son: Michael (Lois) Pilz of Frohna; two daughters: Faye (Robert) Kasten of Altenburg, MO, Peggy (Daniel) Leible of Frohna, MO; five grandchildren, Ashley Pilz, Eric (Alice) Kasten, Brooke (Greg) Wibbenmeyer, Christopher (Kelly) Leible, Heather (Travis) Mueller.
She was preceded in death by an infant son; a sister, Ruby Hecht; and a grandchild, Chad Kasten.
She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg, an honorary member of LWML, and past member of Immanuel Lutheran Altenburg Ladies Aid.
Dorothy was a home maker and known for her German potato salad.
She enjoyed playing pinochle and watching the St. Louis Cardinals.
Visitation will be from 7:30-10 a.m. on Monday, January 22, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg.
A funeral for 95-year-old Dorothy M. Pilz of Frohna, Missouri will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, January 22, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg with Rev. Frank Lucas officiating.
Burial will be at the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery Altenburg.
Memorial contributions may be given to Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg or Crown Hospice.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.