Eckhardt, Barbara F. (nee: Barbara F. Westcott) of Saint Charles, MO, passed away on Thursday February 9, 2017, at the age of 81. Loving wife of the late Robert Eckhardt; beloved daughter of the late Pete and Lily Westcott; devoted mother of Pamela (Gerald) Gorges, Michele Eckhardt, and Cindy (Mark) Lunatto; cherished grandmother of Amanda (Johnathan) Schneider, Daniel Lunatto (fiancé Stephanie Corbin), Leo Lunatto, Tina (Brian) Barnhart, Dr. Anthony Gorges (fiancé Lauren Rachel), Dr. Laura (Patrick) Daley, and Anna Gorges; treasured great-grandmother of Austin Barnhart, Holden Barnhart, Arya Gorges, Sophia Lunatto, Bradley White, Shayna Corbin, JR Ditter, and Shelby Ditter. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends. She was preceded in death by her brother, Ronald F. (Florann) Westcott.
Barbara was a past member of Job’s Daughters, and Florissant Elk’s Ladies Axillary. She loved collecting angels and playing bingo, but most of all she loved spending time with her family. Barbara was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Memorials may be to Alzheimer's Association or donor’s charity of your choice.
Special thanks to Season’s Hospice and Lewis and Clark Gardens Nursing Home for the excellent care and compassion during their mother’s illness.