Kristy Budt

ST. LOUIS — Kristy Leann Budt, 51, of St. Louis passed away Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

She was born May 23, 1971, in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. She married Kevin S. Budt of St. Louis on April 8, 1995.

Kristy was a State of Missouri licensed professional counselor since 2008, and an active member of Crestwood Elks Lodge No. 2503.

She is survived by her father, Kenneth (Sue) Wachter; mother, Sandra (Ed) Schilling; husband, Kevin Budt; daughters, Abigail (Josh) Hightower and Julia Budt; granddaughter, Salah Hightower; and sister, Shelly Wren.

A memorial visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, in the foyer of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish, 4900 Ringer Road in St. Louis.

Funeral Mass will follow at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, at the church. A light lunch and refreshments will be provided in the parish center immediately following.

In lieu of flowers, consider donations to Siteman Cancer Center, "Siteman Advancement Office", and/or BJC Hospice, "Evelyn's House".

Basler Funeral Home in Ste. Genevieve is in charge of arrangements.

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