William “Bill” Kalist

William “Bill” Kalist of Wentzville, MO, passed away at the age of 93 on Saturday, November 14, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Irene Kalist; and his siblings, John Kalist, Bob Kalist, Joe Kalist, Irene Shutz, Fran Wiegel, and Mary Hale.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Audrey Kalist; his children, Mark (Teresa) Kalist, Michael (Deborah) Kalist, Christopher "Matt" (Heather) Kalist, and Mitch (Susan) Kalist; his grandchildren, Aaron Kalist, Andrew Kalist, Sean (Barbara) Kalist, Kelley (Randy) Rawlings, Alexia Kalist, Ethan Kalist, Lauren Kalist, and Henry Kalist; his great-grandchildren, Ellis Rawlings, Troy & Emmett Kalist, Miranda, Mallory, and Gabe Rawlings; and his brother, Michael (Linda) Kalist.

Bill proudly served his country during World War II as a master sergeant with the US Army, later working for McDonnell-Douglas and enjoying a successful career there for over thirty-seven years. He was a faithful member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of St. Charles and carried a passion for photography. An avid Cardinals fan, Bill also played semi-pro fast pitch softball as a first baseman. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Memorial contributions in Bill’s name may be made to an organization of the donor’s choice.

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