Louis Andrew Schwent

Louis Andrew Schwent, 94 years old, of Sainte Genevieve, MO, beloved Husband and Father departed this life Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO surrounded by family.

He was born March 30, 1928 in St. Mary, MO and was married to Vernetta (Herman) Schwent on February 20, 1954.

He is survived by Wife, Vernetta Schwent of Sainte Genevieve, MO; Two Daughters, Deborah (Russell) Brace of Sainte Genevieve, MO, Denise (Brad) Garrett of Lake St. Louis, MO; Three Sisters, Florence Meyer of Sainte Genevieve, MO, Delores Spraul of Sainte Genevieve, MO, Margie Wehmeyer of Perryville, MO; Two Brothers, Ray Schwent of St. Mary, MO, Donald (Martha) Schwent of St. Mary, MO; Grandchildren, Jason Zerwig and Jennifer Zerwig; Great-grandchildren, Alison, Dustin, Sierra, Cole, and Hannah; Fur-grandbaby, Scarlett.

He was preceded in death by Father, Edward Schwent; Mother, Mary (Braun) Schwent; Three Sisters, Marie (Frank) Armbruster, Bridgette (John) Griffard, Wilma (Henry) Meyer; Three Brothers, Clarence (Mary) Schwent, Wilfred (Debbie) Schwent, Edward “Junie” (Laurella) Schwent; Sister-in-law, Marilyn Schwent; Brother-in-laws, Glen Meyer, John Spraul, and Jim Wehmeyer.

Visitation will be at St. Joseph Church in Zell, MO on Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 10:00 am till 11:00 am

Service will be at St. Joseph Church on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 11:00 am.

The Clergy will be Rev. Francis Koeninger.

Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery in Zell, MO with military honors.

Memorials can be made to Church masses.

He was a member of VFW, American Legion, KC Hall, and Elks.

Louis loved to hunt, fish, garden and travel. He enjoyed the outdoors and going to the cabin.

Online condolences can be left at www.baslerfuneralhome.com.