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1 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Albert J. Behlmann — 18 August 1931 - 23 September 2015
President of Albert J. & Mark A. Behlmann Association. Al married Elizabeth Schmidt from Ferguson in 1953 where they raised eight children together. Al’s life was full of volunteering, he was a lifetime blood donor, member of Sacred Heart and St. . . . Map (db m232223) HM
2 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Arthur Bangert — Mayor of Florissant 1938-1950
Called the Father of Modern Florissant. He gave the City piped water, a sewer system, the first City library and established the Planning and Zoning, Public Works and Police Departments. He brought financial stability and legally changed the name . . . Map (db m149393) HM
3 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Berdell "Bert" John Heppermann — 11 March 1934 - 12 February 2018
US Navy Veteran. Married Margie Kohnen & raised five children. Manager of Crest Bowl, President & Owner of Kimball Printing & Stationery. Past President of Rotary Club, Chamber & Florissant Valley Sheltered Workshop. Chamber Business Person of the . . . Map (db m232212) HM
4 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Catherine "Kay" Spring — Historic Preservationist — 28 May 1936 - 11 December 2017 —
Kay dedicated her life working for the City of Florissant with a genuine affection for everyone she met. Kay played key roles in renovating many treasures including the John B. Meyers House/Barn, Archambault House, the Log Cabin & the Gittemeier . . . Map (db m145310) HM
5 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Charles Castello — 22 May 1839 - 11 December 1893
Elected twenty-seven times to the office of Mayor he served from 1865 to 1890 and then again from 1892 to 1893, dying in office. He helped to bring the West End Narrow Gauge Railroad to Florissant and under his leadership Florissant offered land and . . . Map (db m145367) HM
6 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Charlotte Ballard — 19 November 1909 - 13 August 1999
Sole owner of Ballard Plumbing after her husband Lawrence died. First woman in MO to hold a Master Plumber license. Charter member Florissant Valley Historical Society and Florissant Old Town Partners. President Florissant Valley Sheltered Workshop. . . . Map (db m147213) HM
7 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — David L. Reynolds — 7 November 1936 - 9 January 2003
A United States Navy veteran, Dave served on the Florissant City Council from 1976 - 1994 and was Council President in 1979. He served as President of the St. Louis County Municipal League in 1988 and was elected to four terms as a Missouri State . . . Map (db m145370) HM
8 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Dedicated to the Honor and Sacrifice
Dedicated to the honor and sacrifice of our men and women who served our Country in war and peaceMap (db m229905) WM
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9 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Donald L. Bond — "Mr. North County" — 17 June 1931 - 21 April 1990 —
Florissant Councilman 1959 - 1977 St. Louis County Councilman 1977 - 1990 Don earned a reputation for fighting for his constituents, and for a high quality of life in Florissant and North County. Always easily accessible, he hosted annual . . . Map (db m145371) HM
10 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Donald R. Zykan, Sr. — 25 September 1932 - 1 March 1999 — "If Nobody Can - Zykan" —
Don Zykan, Sr. co-owned Zykan Bros. Solid Waste with his brothers Ed and Joe. Their Florissant based business was founded in 1932 by their father John M. Zykan. In 1951 Don married Florissant native Grace Ebbesmeyer and they raised 5 children and . . . Map (db m147813) HM
11 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Dr. Rance Thomas — 18 August 1932 - 9 May 2022
US Air Force veteran, columnist, professor, author, visionary & community leader for social justice. Graduate of the University of Nebraska, Southern Illinois & St. Louis Universities. Cofounded North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony & . . . Map (db m232218) HM
12 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — F-101 Voodoo
This plane is dedicated to the brave men and women who have served, and are currently serving our Country in all branches of the Military. Thanks to the American employees, both past and present, of McDonnell Aircraft and the Boeing . . . Map (db m229805) HM WM
13 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — F-101F Voodoo — McDonnell Aircraft Corporation
Specifications & Performance Wingspan…39'8" Fuselage Length… 66'6" Height… 18' 0" Max. Takeoff Wt.… 52,350 lbs. Powerplant… (2) Prat & Whitney J57-P-55 w/Afterburner Engine Thrust… 16,00 lbs. at Full Afterburner Max. Speed… . . . Map (db m236336) HM
14 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — First Lieutenant Michael J. Blassie — Vietnam Era Unknown Soldier — 4 April 1948 - 11 May 1972 —
Florissant patriot graduated Air Force Academy, fighter pilot 8th Special Ops Squadron Vietnam. Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross Air Me[d]al. May 11, 1972 his A-37 Dragonfly was shot down during his 138th combat mission. His remains, . . . Map (db m149383) HM WM
15 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Florissant
French trappers discovered the fertile valley formed by the Reviere de Biche and called it Fleurissant. They stayed to till the rich soil and build a village here on the east bank of the stream the Americans would call Coldwater Creek the common . . . Map (db m140712) HM
16 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Florissant Vietnam Memorial Obelisk
The timeless obelisk standing guard here was commissioned by a patriotic Florissant Community to honor those brave souls who gave the last full measure of devotion to our Nation during the Vietnam War. Some Patriots were etched on the stone . . . Map (db m233515) WM
17 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Francois Dunegant dit Borosier — b. Canada 1752 - d. Florissant September 13, 1825 — A Walk Through History —
Commissioned by the Spanish Governor as the Military and Civil Commandant of the village of St. Ferdinand de Florissant throughout the Spanish regime, often described as a man of honesty and integrity who shaped and guided the little settlement of . . . Map (db m145290) HM
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18 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Frank B. Korte / Josephine "Jo" Korte — 8 Sept. 1916 - 05 Nov. 2002 / 23 Jan. 1920 - 12 April 2015
Frank and Jo married in 1943 and opened Korte Hardware, 610 St. Francois, in 1946. Devoted to family and faith they put a priority on community service with leadership roles in Fire Department, Hospital, Chamber, Valley of Flowers, Historical . . . Map (db m149392) HM
19 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Grace A. Zykan — 22 June 1932 - 4 May 2017 — "Amazing Grace" —
Grace Ebbesmeyer, the second youngest of 9. Married Don Zykan, Sr. in 1951 & mother of 5. Officer & Owner Zykan Bros. Family Business. Chamber Outstanding Person of the Year 2006, Past President OTP & STL Soroptomist Club. Receiver of Christian . . . Map (db m147815) HM
20 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Gregorie Aubuchon — Florissant's First Mayor
He was a descendant of Joseph Aubuchon who was in Florissant as early as 1799. In 1857 when the Missouri State Legislature changed Florissant’s form of government from trusteeship to mayor-council he became the first mayor under the Special . . . Map (db m145368) HM
21 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Gretchen Baum Crank — 2 March 1948 - 17 November 2016
Florissant history was her passion from childhood. Gretchen helped save the Myers House from demolition when Highway 170 was built & later became President of Historic Florissant dedicated to preserving the Gettemeier House. She served on the Old . . . Map (db m232210) HM
22 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Harold "Hal" Schuchmann — A Life of Community Service — 27 April 1927 - 18 January 2019 —
Hal Schuchmann, Army Veteran & Wash U grad, Florissant Ward 6 Councilman from 1963 - 1975 & advocated building existing City Hall & both Civic Centers. On 1963 Board of Freeholders which drafted current City Charter. Lord of Valley Flowers Court for . . . Map (db m149394) HM
23 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Harry S. Truman
While campaigning for the 1934 State Senate Race, Harry S. Truman gave a speech, at this spot, to the residents of the farming community of Florissant. Upon completion of his speech, he visited with shop owners on St. Francois Street. In 1945, . . . Map (db m232217) HM
24 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Hendel's Market — 599 St. Denis — St. Ferdinand Central Historic District —
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m235518) HM
25 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Henry F. Hendel — 11 October 1917 - 1 August 2011
A life-long resident of Florissant and World War II Army Veteran. He was an active member of American Legion Post 444 and Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Henry operated Hendel's Market for forty-seven years as a popular neighborhood grocery store. He . . . Map (db m147812) HM
26 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Henry F. Koch — Born September 2, 1921 Died May 21, 1988
He was Florissant's first full-time salaried City Clerk, serving from 1950 to 1960. In that ten year period, the population of Florissant increased 921%. In 1960, he was elected as the first full-time Mayor and the last Mayor under the 1857 Charter. . . . Map (db m147808) HM
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27 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — James "Jay" Russell
James "Jay" Russell, long-serving Missouri statesman and Florissant businessman presented this tank to the City of Florissant in 1964. The Sherman Tank was the primary battle tank used in World War II to help the United States and the Allied forces . . . Map (db m151229) HM WM
28 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — James (Jay) Russell — Born on November 4, 1928 in St. Louis.
Statesman and Florissant businessman. Jay was Missouri State Legislator from 1962 - 1990 Lewis & Clark Democratic Committeeman 1970 - 2008 House of Representatives - Chairman - Appropriations - member of numerous committees. He appropriated funds . . . Map (db m149380) HM
29 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — James E. Fischer — 29 March 1924 - 1 August 2012
Co-Owned Fischer's Department Store with his brother Al, the oldest business in Florissant still in operation. Served as a Flight Engineer on a B17 Crew during World War II. Charter Member and past President of Florissant Rotary Club and Rotary . . . Map (db m145345) HM
30 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — James J. Eagan — Born March 4, 1926 - Died in office November 2, 2000
He was the first Mayor elected under the 1963 Charter. During his administration a new Community Center and Civic Center were built. He initiated the LSV program and free bus service for older residents. Proud of his Irish ancestry, he was . . . Map (db m145414) HM
31 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — John "Jack" Behlmann — 21 August 1926 - 12 September 2009
Jack was one of 12 siblings raised on a farm in Florissant. In 1948 Jack & John "Tucker" Kohnen established Kay Bee Electric with offices in Florissant. Jack & Anita Meyer were married in 1949 & raised 6 children. Jack was a active member of Sacred . . . Map (db m232214) HM
32 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — John A. Ortwig — 27 November 1940 - 30 July 2019
Chamber Member since 1987. Outstanding Business Person of the Year 2015. Owned Florissant Glass Co. since 1972 & Old Town Wedding Chapel since 1990. Elks Member since 1969, Trustee 18 years, Chairman of the Trustees, Dare supporter, organized Hoop . . . Map (db m149391) HM
33 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — John H. "Johnny" Londoff, Sr. — "Family Businessman, Veteran, Philanthropist & Celebrity" — 24 August 1924 - 11 May 2010 —
In 1940, John Londoff, Sr. founded a Motor Co. with his dad Harry. Then joined the Marines in WWII. Famous jingle, Florissant building and lot and scholarships circa 1960. Variety Club Telethon Man of the Year, raised millions for children helped by . . . Map (db m145308) HM
34 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — John H. "Tucker" Kohnen — 4 August 1926 - 24 December 2021
John "Tucker" Kohnen was one of 10 children raised on a truck farm in Florissant. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He founded Kay Bee Electric in 1948 along with his best friend Jack Behlmann & his wife MaryLee. Tucker was very active in . . . Map (db m232216) HM
35 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — John M. & Pearl Dooley — 15 May 1927 - 5 March 1986 * 18 June 1924 - 13 May 2015
John & Pearl opened Dooley's Florist July, 1966 raising 6 children & 1 niece in the family business with all working at the store. Pearl ran the accredited florist shop while John, a WWII veteran was a proud member of the Pipefitters Local 562 & . . . Map (db m149395) HM
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36 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — John Mullanphy — Born 1758 In Enniskillen, Ireland — Died In St. Louis September 29, 1833 —
It has been said “One man's name towers above all others as a giant among the great men of North County's past.” When Missouri became a State, he offered to build the State House at his own expense if Florissant were made the capital. . . . Map (db m145369) HM
37 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Joseph Peters — 1832-1913
A founder of the first bank in Florissant and of the Florissant Canning Factory, he owned the Joseph Peters Furniture Company in St. Louis. He has been described as "one of the industrial builders of St. Louis." His home stood on the grounds of the . . . Map (db m145412) HM
38 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Judge Timothy W. Kelly, Sr. — Presided over Florissant Municipal Court For thirty-two years (1979-2011) — 5 October 1947 - 4 June 2011 —
Second son of Florissant Judge John J. Kelly (1956-1958). Tim grew up in Florissant attending Fatima and St. Thomas Aquinas. He presided over a firm but fair court and was elected eleven times. Tim Kelly inspired troubled young adults to strive . . . Map (db m147214) HM
39 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Jules ONeil
He served as Mayor from 1955 to 1959. He was a staunch supporter of the 1821 St. Ferdinand Church recognizing its historical significance. Through his efforts and with community support, the building was saved. The preservation movement in . . . Map (db m145306) HM
40 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Kenneth J. "Ken" Otto — "Handyman Hardware Humanitarian" — 16 November 1927 - 6 January 2006 —
Ken had a lifetime of community service in two cities & St. Louis County. He served Pine Lawn as Mayor, Alderman & businessman. In Florissant he owned two popular hi touch Handyman Hardware stores with wife Kathleen & sons Dave & Glenn, was . . . Map (db m145344) HM
41 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Lowell E. Girardier — Community Volunteer & Builder — 7 March 1929 - 26 March 2010 —
Lowell founded Girardier Building & Realty contracting in 1955 & built many Florissant homes, churches, schools, stores & offices. Donated & moved VOF/OTP HQ building. Co-founder DePaul Foundation, SSM DePaul Health Center advisory board, President . . . Map (db m149403) HM
42 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Mark A. Behlmann — 25 May 1930 - 29 September 2015
Born, raised & lifelong resident of Florissant. President Marcal General Contractors formed in 1969, co-owned with his brother Al. Husband to Louise Viehmann for 63 years & raised 2 sons. Served in the Army Corps of Engineers. Member of St. . . . Map (db m232222) HM
43 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Narrow Gauge Railroad Station
Narrow Gauge Railroad Station 1878 has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m233584) HM
44 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Old St. Ferdinand Shrine
This church was built in 1821, at the then frontier of our beloved land and dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus with St. Ferdinand and St. John Francis Regis as secondary patronsMap (db m140717) HM
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45 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Original Site of Cold Water Church
Original site of Cold Water Church, now Salem Baptist Church, on property owned by John Patterson and donated by the Patterson family. Established in 1809.Map (db m151223) HM
46 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Patrick G. Click, Sr. — 17 March 1940 - 18 October 2015
Pat co-owned Click Heating & Cooling with his wife Lora during 50 years of marriage. A mainstay on "Old Town" St. Francois for 41 years. Pat served 10 years in the U.S. Navy, & was at tip of spear during Cuban Missile Crisis. Rotary Paul Harris . . . Map (db m147211) HM
47 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Paul F. Detrick, Sr. — Christian Hospital Founding Father — 6 September 1923 - 31 August 1999 —
Paul Detrick named President of Christian Hospital 1960. Paul & Mary raised three children in North County, their home for life. His vision & leadership instrumental developing Florissant healthcare services opening Christian Hospital Northwest 1968 . . . Map (db m145342) HM
48 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Paul J. Kohnen — 17 April 1922 - 31 October 2009
Paul was a lifelong resident of Florissant. In 1945 he married Thelma Korte & raised 6 children. Sergeant Kohnen served with the US Army Air Corps in England during WWII. In 1955 he opened Bergjan's Dairy later renamed Kohnen's Dairy. Past President . . . Map (db m149387) HM
49 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Philip A. "Phil" Foeller — "Business Owner & Community Volunteer" — 5 December 1929 - 25 November 2013 —
One of the original German families of Sacred Heart Church. A lifelong community oriented resident & businessman of Florissant. He & his wife Rose Marie raised five children in Old Town & founded Florissant Auto Radiator still at 865 N. Lafayette. . . . Map (db m145343) HM
50 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Pierre-Jean De Smet, S.J. — b. 1-30-1801 d. 5-23-1873
Born in Termonde, Belgium, he came to the United States in 1821 and entered the Jesuit novitiate at White Marsh, Maryland. In 1823, he was sent to establish a new Jesuit mission in Florissant where he was ordained on September 23, 1827. Called the . . . Map (db m140719) HM
51 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Rev. John Clark — First Methodist Church in Missouri
Rev. John Clark, buried nearby, held the fist Protestant service in Missouri in 1798. In 1805 he organized in this vicinity the first Methodist "class" in Missouri, which was the beginning of the Coldwater Circuit from which Methodism spread . . . Map (db m151225) HM
52 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Richard "Dick" A. Weber — 23 December 1929 - 14 February 2005
Dick moved to Florissant in 1955 and opened Dick Weber Lanes in 1971. Founding member and longtime star of the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) from 1950's to 1990's. He was a bowling legend and one of the sport's most popular figures. Dick . . . Map (db m210571) HM
53 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Richard "Dick" Kellett — 11 December 1934 - 16 February 2020 — "North County Labor Ambassador" —
Korean War US Army Veteran. Proud Pipefitter & Business Agent for Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562. Co-founder North County Labor Legislative Club, served 29 years as President. Active with political campaigns, civic endeavors, Daily World . . . Map (db m232220) HM
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54 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Rita Ann Moellering — All American Girls Pro Baseball Player — 12 February 1927 - 16 June 1992 —
Rita Meyer born in Old Town Florissant, oldest of seven children, Member of AAGPBL 1946 to 1949 for the Peoria Redwings, played shortstop & pitcher, RBI leader 1948. Nicknamed "Slats" after Cardinal shortstop Marty Marion. Married Robert Moellering . . . Map (db m145301) HM
55 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Robert G. Lowery, Sr. — Police Chief 1979-2001, Mayor 2001-2011 — 29 December 1938 - 30 July 2018 —
Bob Lowery began his 50 year career of service to Florissant residents as a Patrolman in 1961 advancing to Chief in 1979 & excelling in that position until elected Mayor in 2001. He loved Carole & his family. He loved people & always placed a . . . Map (db m145413) HM
56 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Rosemary Straub Davison — 7 August 1918 - 23 September 2014 — "Preservationist & Historian" —
Rosemary was committed to preserving historically significant homes and buildings that helped shape Florissant. She was on the Board of Freeholders that formed our current city charter, was City Clerk from 1963 - 1979 and was a founding member of . . . Map (db m149404) HM
57 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne — b. 8-29-1769 d. 11-18-1852
To the Native Americans, she was the Woman Who Always Prays. Born in France, she came to Florissant in 1819. Her convent home still stands and with Old St. Ferdinand's Shrine is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. She opened the . . . Map (db m140720) HM
58 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne — 1769 - 1852 — Canonized July 3, 1988 —
Established a school for Native American & pioneer children in Florissant, MO.Map (db m169233) HM
59 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Satoko "Sue" Mitchell — 22 March 1933 - 31 May 2020
Satoko Yamamoto was born in Nikko, Japan. Married Al Mitchell in 1952 & went by the name "Sue". Came to USA knowing only her husband. They raised five children. As a child taught herself to sew when she lived in Japan. She opened Sue's Alteration . . . Map (db m232207) HM
60 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Sgt. 1st Class Charles F. Prevedel — Vietnam Era MIA/POW Green Beret — 18 November 1943 - 17 April 1969 —
US Army patriot on Florissant Koch Park Vietnam Obelisk. Bronze Star Feb. 1969. Ambushed with Reconnaissance Special Forces near Laotian border April 17, 1969. Search teams found no signs, possible POW's. Declared dead Sept. 25, 1978. Joint . . . Map (db m149390) HM WM
61 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Sidney R. Garrett — 1864-1933 — A Walk Through History —
Served Florissant first as Town Marshal, then Postmaster and from 1915 to 1929 as Mayor. He was a partner in the St. Ferdinand Milling Company and as Mayor had the first street lights installed and established the Volunteer Fire Department.Map (db m147809) HM
62 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — St. Ferdinand III of Castile — b. 1199 d. 5-30-1252
King of Spain from 1217 to 1252, he was canonized by Pope Clement X in 1671. He was a capable and just administrator, spreading Christianity throughout his kingdom. He drove the Moors out of most of Spain, founded monasteries, established the . . . Map (db m149381) HM
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63 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Sunset Greenway
A Fertile Valley You are standing in one of Missouri's oldest settlements. In the last half of the 18th century, French trappers following the Riviere le Biche (Cold Water Creek) came upon this rich, fertile valley and settled here. . . . Map (db m168613) HM
64 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant — Thomas Jefferson — 13 April 1743 - 4 July 1826 (50th annv. of 1776)
Third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809; a principal American founding father & author of the Declaration of Independence; Father of the 1804 Louisiana Purchase that doubled the Nation's size bringing St. Ferdinand de Fleurissant into . . . Map (db m145346) HM
65 Missouri, St. Louis County, Florissant, Old Town Florissant — Mary Kay Gladbach — Co-Founder & Volunteer Principal of Sacred Heart Kindergarten — 1964 - 2022 —
Beloved wife of Fred Gladbach for 65 years. Mary Kay is a true model of community spirit & faithfulness to her church. She co-founded & served as Volunteer Principal of Sacred Heart Kindergarten for years. She also expanded the "Little School" to . . . Map (db m229705) HM
 
 
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