Harold J. “Toby” Gnade

Harold J. “Toby” Gnade, of O’Fallon, Missouri, passed on Monday, July 17, 2017, at the age of 86. Loving husband of 60 years to Catherine L. Gnade; beloved son of the late Christian E. and Elizabeth Gnade; devoted father of Daniel (Margaret) Gnade, David (Julianna) Gnade, and Kimberly (James) Bauer; cherished grandfather of Tim, Samantha, Nicole, Colette, Logan, and Allison; treasured great-grandfather of Avery; brother-in-law of Paul (Shirley) Dickherber, Lorainne (Larry) Doza, Clarice Curl, Harlan Harmon, and Mary Gnade; beloved uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Preceded in death by his brother, Richard (Mary) Gnade and sister, Audrey Harmon.

Toby proudly served in the United States Marines. He worked for McDonnell Douglas for 34.5 years as a Superintendent, where Toby was proud of building parts for the Gemini space program. He was a member of Assumption Catholic Church, O'Fallon for 59 years, 4th degree Knight, member of the Knights of Columbus Council #2269, and VFW Post # 805. Toby was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who know him.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Vincent De Paul and Masses.