(nee Diederich), Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Sunday, December 17, 2017. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Andrew J. Tayon Sr.; loving mother of Andrew (Jane) Tayon Jr., Thomas Philip Tayon and Annette (Mark) Reinhardt; dear grandmother of Andrew III, Katie, Maggie and Michael; dear daughter of the late Thomas and Marguerite Diederich (nee Metzger); dear sister of Tom (Jane) Diederich and the late Peggy (Joe) Torti and Catherine (Chris) Dedert; our dear aunt, Godmother and friend.
Mrs. Tayon was one of the first WAVES (Women Accepted for Voluntary Emergency Services) and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. She was a charter member of Service Women’s Auxiliary Post #404 and a proud 71 year member of The American Legion.
Services: Visitation at St. Mark Catholic Church, Thursday, December 21, 9:00 a.m. until funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment JB National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Mark Catholic School (for scholarships), 4200 Ripa Ave., 63125 appreciated. A KUTIS AFFTON SERVICE.[]