Gwendolyn Risch, 80, of St Louis, MO left her loving family and friends on Saturday July 14, 2018. She was born in Christopher, IL on September 4, 1937, the daughter of Glen and Lorita Turner.
Besides her many friends, she leaves behind her sons Eric of Napa, CA and Kurt of Eugene, OR; grandchildren Max, Ansel, Ruby of California, and Cassidy of Oregon; one brother Jim Turner of Christopher, one sister Jane Fiorenzi of Herrin, IL and many adoring nieces and nephews.
After working as an executive secretary and model in St. Louis, she became a homemaker, gourmet cook, accomplished seamstress, oenophilist and world traveler. She traveled extensively to exotic places on all continents and oceans. She leaves behind many wonderful memories and shed tears. She was truly a special lady.
Graveside services will be on Saturday July 21, 2018 at 10:00 AM at the Harrison Cemetery in Buckner, IL. Friends and family are asked to meet at the cemetery.
Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher is handling arrangements.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
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