Michele Marie Kuenz

Michele Marie Kuenz (nee Marino), of Wentzville, Missouri, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at the age of 77. Cherished daughter of the late Michael Jon and Elizabeth Sonya Marino; devoted mother of Patrick Michael Kuenz, Timothy Jon (Michelle) Kuenz, and Heather Michele (Ron Hayes) Kuenz; loving grandmother of Josh Kuenz, Josslyn Kuenz, Jonas Luketin, Liz Hayes, and the late Justin Kuenz; dear sister of Mike Marino, and the late Pat (Sam) Lafata; precious aunt of Monique, Mark, Brian, Kevin, Lisa, and Alex.

Michele was a devoted Catholic, and an active member of St. Ferdinand Parish in Florissant, Missouri. She lived her faith through service, participating in numerous parish ministries, including RCIA, serving as a PSR teacher, Eucharistic minister, lector, and spending time in perpetual adoration at St. Ferdinand's chapel. Michele had a deep love for music, especially Motown and R&B, and she adored Bruno Mars. She had a remarkable way of always being prepared- if someone needed something, chances were Michele had it in her purse. She also enjoyed shopping and she always looked polished and put together. Above all, Michele cherished her family. She would do whatever it took and give whatever she could to care for those she loved. Her generosity, unwavering faith, and loving spirit touched countless lives, and her legacy of giving back will live on through her participation in donation through Mid America Transplant. Michele was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Memorials may be made in Michele's name to any local animal rescue organization or shelter.