Colton Christian Voelkerding

Our sweet angel, Colton Christian Voelkerding, was called home to the ranks of angels on Saturday, December 7, 2013 after an inspirational journey through nearly one year of life. He touched the hearts of all who met him and he was loved by so many, including his parents, Josh and Alyson Voelkerding, of Maryland Heights, Missouri, and his big brother, Wyatt Voelkerding. He was a blessing to his grandparents Ken (Jane)ã''Voelkerding and Ron (Jane) Newton. He was deeply loved by his aunts and uncles Mark (Amy) Voelkerding, Ken (Brenda) Voelkerding, and Jeremy (Sara) Newton. Colton is survived by cousins Nathan, Seth, Tiffany, Jacob, Joshua, Camden, and Harper, and many dear family members and friends who will forever remember his fighting spirit, strong will, and a life filled with love and blessings.

There will be a visitation for Colton from 4-8 on Wednesday 12/11 atã''Baue Funeral Home in St. Peters, and a funeral service at Incarnate Word Catholic Church in Chesterfield atã''10am Thursday 12/12.ã'' Private burial to follow.

Memorial donations may be made toã''NICUPS at Mercy Hospital, Attn: Kristy Love, 615 S.ã''Ballas Road, Creve Coeur, Missouri 63141.