Dennis Michael Crider

Dennis Michael Crider, of Saint Charles, MO, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Barbara Crider; cherished son of the late Leon Joseph and Betty Marie Crider; devoted father of Mark (Jennifer) Crider, Wendy (Lee) Cheek, Benjamin Crider, Jacob Martinez, and Cruz (Brett) Thro; loving grandfather of Dylan Crider, Alyssa Crider, Alex Crider, Maddison Crider, Grayson Crider, Ellisyn Martinez, Avery Thro, Easton Thro, and Grant Thro; dear brother of Joe (Cyndy) Crider, Steve Crider, Cindi (Denny) Vietmeier, and Karen (Danny) Higgenbotham.

Dennis was happily married for 23 wonderful years to his beloved wife, Barbara. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and was a member of the local VFW Post in St. Charles. A hardworking man throughout his life, Dennis spent 45 years with Schnucks Markets, where he held nearly every position from bagger to co-manager, and later worked in real estate with Coldwell Banker. He was also a member of Local 365 United Food and Commercial Workers. Dennis loved playing golf with his cousin and best friend, Rick Lesley, cherished time with his adored grandchildren, and enjoyed traveling, especially visiting family in Norway and taking cruises with Barbara. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Dennis's name to American Parkinson's Disease Association.