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Nancy E. Ortwerth

February 6, 1942 — December 11, 2024

Black Jack, Missouri

Nancy Elizabeth Ortwerth (nee Droesch), of Black Jack MO, passed peacefully in her sleep, the morning of Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Stephen Ortwerth; cherished daughter of the late Francis and Alice Droesch. Devoted mother of Douglas Ortwerth and Christopher (Cynthia) Ortwerth; loving grandmother of Rebecca (Ryan) Robertson; dear sister of Diane Shayne, and Kevin (Nancy) Droesch; treasured aunt of David Rolwing, Daniel Rolwing, Deborah Rolwing, Craig (Joyce) Ortwerth, Myles (Heather) Corbin, Adam (Stephanie Evans) Droesch, Alison Droesch, Gigi Droesch, and Jackie Droesch. She is preceded in death by brother, Jack (Jude Survives) Droesch, sister-in-law, Christine Klaser, brother-in-law, Craig Ortwerth.

Nancy was a devoted member of St. Angela Merici Catholic Church, where she was known for her caring and generous spirit. She dedicated many years of her life as a schoolteacher and realtor. Nancy had a creative soul and expressed it through her love of crocheting, quilting, painting, and crafting. She took great joy in gardening, and sharing her talents, sharing her talents at craft fairs, bringing beauty and warmth to others through her work. Nancy's kindness and creativity will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Memorials may be made in Nancy's name to Alzheimer's Association.

To send flowers to the family in memory of Nancy E. Ortwerth, please visit our flower store.

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Visitation

Friday, December 20, 2024

4:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

Baue Funeral Home - Cave Springs

3950 W Clay, St Charles, MO 63301

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Funeral Mass

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)

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Interment

Saturday, December 21, 2024

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