Trisha Wyant Ortmann Leslie, 45, of Saint Louis, MO, our caretaker, gained her angel wings on September 3rd, 2021, surrounded by loved ones, and the universe gained its brightest star.
Trisha was born on December 15th, 1975, a daughter of Kenneth & Patricia (Swanson) Ortmann. After Trisha graduated from Gateway High School in 1994, she pursued a bachelor’s degree in Nursing at St. Louis University.
After graduation, she worked at Children’s Hospital and Walgreens Home Health Care. She also loved bartending at the Cat’s Meow. She was passionate about the St. Louis Cardinals, playing pool, going to the lake, going to the beach in Florida, family dinners at Red Lobster, and giving the most thoughtful and creative gifts anyone could ever receive. Through her love of arts & crafts, Trisha quite often made one-of-a-kind gifts that would touch your heart. Trisha was one of the first members of the Young Democrats and was very active in local politics. She was also the president of the Soulard Business Association.
In 2009, she met Kevin Leslie at The Cat’s Meow. Trisha and Kevin married on October 18th, 2014. Together they enjoyed going to the beach in Florida, drinking with friends & family, and casual rides on their golf cart through Soulard.
Trisha is survived by her husband-Kevin Leslie; her parents- Kenneth & Patricia(Swanson) Ortmann-Beverly(Lambur) Leslie; her Grandparents -Richard Swanson – Peggie(Stilts)Doyle; her brothers-Kenneth Ortmann & Mary Lander-William & Maranda(Luebbers) Ortmann; her daughter- Cody & Heather(Leslie) Robinson; her granddaughter-Leslie McKenna Robinson; her niece and nephew-Colby Ortmann-Aubree Ortmann; her aunts- Stevie & Lovy(Swanson)Schwartz- Beverly(Swanson)Wynne- Richard & Patricia(Ortmann) Smith- William & Denise(Ortmann) Apple- James & Kathryn(Ortmann) Amsinger- Janna(Ortmann) Bahr & Thomas Mosses; Cheryl O’Neal – Courtney O’Neal; her dogs-Jackson & Squeaky; plus many more great aunts, uncles and cousins.
Trisha was proceeded in death by her grandparents- Myron & Anna (Wells) Modglin- Frank and Dolores (Tarrant) Ortmann; her father-in-law -Carle Leslie.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday September 8th at 3PM to 8PM, her service will be Thursday September 9th at 11 am at Kutis Funeral Home, 2906 Gravois Ave St. Louis, MO 63118. She will be laid to rest immediately following her service at New Saint Marcus Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Children’s Hospital, Five Star Senior Center or Gene Slay’s Boys and Girls Club of St. Louis.
You will always be in our hearts. Gone but never forgotten. I will miss you dearly my friend. Please keep an eye on all of us and guide us with your love and laughter. I will see you again one day. Love you.
The Cat will never be the same to me. I cherish our talks at closing and the advice you’ve given over the years. You hold a special place in my heart and I will never forget you. I know you’re watching over us all and I promise to make sure everyone is out on time from now on. I love you.
What an amazing young lady who will be missed by so many
Deeply sorry for your loss, Ken, Pat, and your entire family. May God grant you comfort and Trisha rest in peace.
Trisha was a very outgoing friendly young lady . My husband and I enjoyed our time down at the Cats Meow especially with Trisha being there she was always smiling . The family is in our prayers and heaven has another angel !
We are so sorry to hear of this. Our hearts and prayers go out to Ken and Pat and the entire family.
I am so sorry that Trisha left this earth so early in her life’s journey. She was a ray of hope and light to all who came into contact with her. My deepest felt sympathies go to Ken and Pat, and all of the others she left behind. Trisha’s spirit will live on, and the world is a better place because of her. Sending lots of love and hope.
-Gary
I am very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
So much love and heartfelt condolences to the dear family and friends of Trisha.
So sorry for your loss, my heartfelt condolences to the family. Losing a child is devastating. May she rest in peace.
Our condolences and prayers for all who knew Trisha. She was a true caregiver for many.
You have our deepest condolences.
Trisha was a kind person who I enjoyed and will miss. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. I am out of town and will unfortunately miss the visitation and service at Kutus. She was a big part of the Soulard family and loved by many.
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So very sorry for your loss Trisha will be greatly missed prayers for you Pat Ken William Francis Ortmann an Kevin may God bless you all much love
With deepest sympathy to the Ortmann family. We can’t even imagine your great loss. Prayers to all of your family.
-John and Patti Wanko
So so sorry for your loss.
Diann and I are so sorry. Losing a child, no matter the age, is something no parent expects to go through. Both of us have you in our thoughts. We wish you the best in overcoming this loss.
Jim and Diann
I miss all of you deeply and you are in my prayers. James Patrick O’Shea
Sharon and I were very saddened to hear of Trish’s passing. I’m sure she will be watching over all of her family from now on.
Our sincere condolences to Pat, Kenny, Francis and William and all her family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time Pat, Ken, family, and friends of Trisha. We send you hugs from your friends in Mt Pleasant.
Charlie and I are so very sorry and saddened to hear the news of Trish’s passing. We shall always appreciate and never forget her and her family’s continued involvement in having made our neighborhood a better place. Our sincere condolences to Ken, Pat, William, Francis, and her entire family. Our hearts are with all of you.
So sorry for your loss, our heartfelt condolences to the family. May she rest in peace.
Your family will be in our family’s payers.
There are no words to express the passing of Trisha. We hope that time helps to heal and strengthen every one of Trisha’s family members and friends. That’s a mountain of people.
Best wishes,
John Hecht
Steve Kotsines
My condolences to all the family. Trisha was deeply loved by many and will be missed by many.
To the Family & Friends of Trisha,
My Condolences to each of you at the passing of Trisha. She was an excellent caring nurse who touched many lives with her caring touch and skills.
Blessed Assurance she met by Heavenly Father & Mother and All her Family & Friends who had passed through Heaven’s Gates before her.
Her kindness and concern for others; and her Gift of Life for others to have a chance to live
is a shining star to remember.
With deepest sympathy. My heart goes out to your entire family. So sorry for your loss.
So sorry to read this very sad news. May peace and love surround you, Pat and Ken.
My deepest condolences go out to Ken, Pat, Kevin, and the rest of Trisha’s family. I loved having the Ortman family as my neighbors for many years. I am so very sorry for your loss. She was one of a kind and will be terribly missed.