William James Rzepka

William James Rzepka, of Saint Charles, MO, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the age of 87. Loving husband of the late Suzanne Rzepka; beloved son of the late Walter and Julia Rzepka; devoted father of Tammy (David) Young, Jody (Gregory) Gruel, and Trisha (Christopher Sandin) Lucero; cherished grandfather of Andrew Young, Christopher Young, Junia Gilbert, Andrea Gilbert, Bethany (Brian) Schulze, Caleb (Bridget) Lucero, and Scott Gruel; and great-grandfather of six. William is also preceded in death by his son, William Scott Rzepka and brother, David Albert Rzepka.

William was a licensed pilot who loved being in the sky. He enjoyed puzzles, fishing, hunting, and was a talented woodworker.

William was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Memorials may be made in William's name to 1st St. Charles United Methodist Church.