of St. Louis, MO passed away May 25, 2022 at her home.
She was born in St. Louis on August 17, 1931, the daughter of Henry and Florence Middendorf. She was married to John “Ken” Thum for 61 years at his passing in 2013. Lorie and Ken were blessed with seven (7) Children, six (6) grandchildren and six (6) great grandchildren. She loved family gatherings, parties, birthdays, but especially Christmas. She always hosted Christmas eve, including a great meal, singing Christmas carols, and placing Jesus in the crib at midnight. She loved to play games, watch game shows and became a big Cardinals fan, watching most games on TV. Her memory for names was astounding. Once she met you, she warmly greeted you by your name with a loving smile, including all of the nurses in the hospital. You always felt welcome and loved in her presence. She was truly selfless.
She is survived by her sister Ethel (Fred) Mueller, her children Steven Thum, David Thum, Deb Thum, Judith (Late David) Beal, John (Cis) Thum, Marie (Ben) Burghardt, Joseph (Karen) Thum. Dearest grandmother to Jennifer (Scott) Lowe, Robert (Andrea) Thum, Joseph (Alex) Burghardt, Katelynne Burghardt, Christopher Burghardt, and Katie Starnes. Dearest Great Grandmother to Charlotte, Levi, Elena, Isla, Isaac, and Aiden. She is preceded in death by her husband Ken, daughter-in-law Carol McKaskel (Joe), son-in-law David Beal (Judy), and siblings George (Late Audrey) Middendorf, Bud (Late Phoebe) Middendorf, Florence (Late Ted) Paradowski, Charles (Late Pearl) Middendorf, Vince (Late Loretta) Middendorf, William (Late Dee) Middendorf, Henry (Elaine) Middendorf, Joseph (Dot) Middendorf, and John Middendorf.
A visitation will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 4-8 PM at Kutis Funeral Home in Affton, MO. Funeral mass will be Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 10:00 AM at St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church in Sappington, MO followed by Burial at Jefferson Barracks Memorial. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Industries (HeartlandIndustries.org) in Affton where her son Steve has worked for over 45 years. Please leave Memories and Condolences on https://archive.kutisfuneralhomes.com/recent-passings/
You will always remember what it felt like to be loved by your mom. That’s a memory worth treasuring! Our hearts are broken for you and your family. Whatever we can do for you, please just let me know.
Love Jeff and Karen Pillman
Marie and Ben Burghardt
Our prayers to all your family on the loss of your Mom. God blessed her with a long and beautiful life.
My prayers for you and your family Deb. Your mom was such a bright light, so sweet.. she will be very missed, but she’s gone home to be w
Your dad
John and Cus – you are in our thoughts and prayers. What a great life of love. So many memories that many generations will cherish
Glenn and Karen
From the first time I met your mom I felt like part of the Thum family She leaves behind a legacy full of love for her and how show touched our lives.
I’m grateful she was a part of our family. If we can help with anything please let us know.
Much love
Nick and Laura LaMarca
We are so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a lovely person. We have so many great memories of our parents and yours along with the others. Good times. That whole group of friends will be missed. They knew how to enjoy life!
With heartfelt sympathy to you and your family as we remember a life so very well-lived.
May you rejoice knowing your mom has risen on eagles wings to be with your dad. May she rest in peace. We are sure her traditions will continue on with all 7 of her children. So happy you are such a close and caring family. Now you have another angel watching over you.