Madonna June Byerly (Grus), 67, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 4, 2022 after a long and hard fought battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Shirley Grus. She is survived by her husband, Ken Byerly; children, Jesse Byerly, Nikki Gwinnell, Alissa Day, Lindsey Rithner, Ian Byerly; her siblings, Barry Grus and Karen Marquart; and 7 grandchildren.
Donna was a devoted wife, mother, and follower of Jesus Christ whose deep faith influenced every aspect of her life. She worked very hard to provide a supportive environment for her children to grow in loving each other and the Lord. From homeschooling, serving in the local church, and at times working a full time job, Donna was strong and determined. Holidays were her favorite time to see the family gathered around the table again and hear laughter fill the house. Donna rarely sat still and was always placing the needs of others above her own. It would literally take ALS to slow her down. We celebrate her life and the hope we have in the eternal life provided by our Lord.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Kutis Funeral Home, 10151 Gravois, St. Louis, MO. Service will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, starting at 10:30 a.m. at Kutis Funeral Home.
You’re in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Praising God for Donna’s life and her love for the Lord and family. Blessings to you all.
Our sympathy & prayers are with her family.
We loved Donna and she always had a smile for everyone.
Our sympathy and prayers are with Donna’s family at this time
We loved Donna, she was a very special lady.
you may not remember me but we used to live to houses up from you in the early eighties to the ’90s and we used to always come back and visit you guys whenever we would visit the spinnersI’ve known your mom ever since she was ever since I was little and lived up the street from you guys I am so sorry for your loss
I knew Donna as a very caring and giving woman of the Lord. My prayers for the family may God give you all the strength provided by our almighty Lord and Savior.
So sorry for your loss. Donna was my Mary Kay director many years ago and was always so kind and friendly along with great wisdom. Prayers for all her family
I had the pleasure of working with Donna. She was one of the most genuine and kind souls. Her love for the Lord and her family was evident. Her dedication and creativity was admirable. Heaven is rejoicing! May the memories comfort you.
Donna was an amazing woman! Her care for others and her positive attitude was infectious!! Praying for her family and rejoicing that she is in the arms of our lord free from pain. You will be missed!
Donna was truly such a nice person. I worked with her at Enterprise and she was always pleasant and had a smile. She will be missed.
My sincerest condolences to the Byerly family. I never had the pleasure of meeting Donna in person, as I only talked with her on the phone when we participated in a online writing program. I remember her as being full of life, creative, encouraging and generous. I’m sorry for the loss of this wonderful person too early.
My condolences to your family. I worked with Donna at Enterprise and she was a great person that was always there to support others. She came in every day loving her life and she always talked about her family!