Memorial contributions may be made to SSM Hospice or Masses. Anthony Thro of St. Charles, Missouri, baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, died on Tuesday, December 25, 2007 at the age of 84. Beloved husband Vera Mae Thro; loving father of Michael (Beverly) Thro, Diane (Ben) Walter, Nancy (Tony) Cox, Susan DeJarnett and Kathleen (Vernon) Meyer; cherished grandfather of 12; dear brother of Mary Gene Dannegger, Charles (Dorothy) Thro and Marion (Joann) Thro; dearest brother-in-law, uncle and cherished friend; preceded in death by a daughter, Carol Jean Thro. Mr. Thro was a member of the St. Charles Knights of Columbus and American Legion Post 312