David Lee Linnertz


David Lee Linnertz, 75, of Belleville, Illinois, formerly of St. Louis, MO, born Saturday, November 2, 1935, in East Saint Louis, IL, died Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at Rosewood Care Center in Swansea, IL.

Mr. Linnertz worked as a broker for Edwards Jones in St. Louis for over 30 years. He was a United States Army veteran.

He was preceded in death by:

  • Parents: Harry and Lucille V. nee Reinecker Linnertz
  • Brother-in-law: Ken Weinland
  • Dear Friend: Melvin Stewart


Surviving is his:

  • Sister: Marlene Weinland of Belleville, IL

Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Southern Illinois

Services: By his request cremation was held.

Condolences left for David Lee Linnertz:

    Deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother, a significant part of your life. I will always remember his dedication to caring for Mel and his straight forward perspective toward life and death. He will be missed dearly.

    Connie Grady Benton MO 63736

    Marleene,
    So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I sure will miss him. Our talks on the phone were brief, but meant so much to me. He was so much a part of Mel's life and ours. I could call him and it was as if I was speaking to Mel. I will miss him greatly.
    Sis. #8 - Effie

    Effie C. (Stewart) Hughes Morehouse Missouri 63868

    Our family enjoyed our trips to St. Louis to the zoo and to visit with Uncle Mel and Uncle Dave very much. Our son Brock has a toy elephant that he calls "Uncle Dave". We will miss him very much.
    Joe, Melody, Hanna, and Brock

    Joe W. Patrick (son of Effie) Bloomfield Missouri 63825

    Family of Uncle Dave:
    I am so truly sorry to hear of Uncle Dave's passing. I was always close to him the same as I was with my Uncle Melvin, he will be truly missed. I join in your grief for his passing. Your were loved and will be missed Uncle Dave.
    Carrie and Josh

    Carrie B. Thacker (daughter of Effie) Bertrand Missouri 63823

    Marlene...Dave was like one of our own brothers,and considered as one.He was very special,and he will be missed dearly.our sympathy is with you and your family.sincerely,Carolyn Jo Casey,(Mels sister),husband,Ray and SON,Tim.

    Carolyn Jo (Stewart) Casey Dexter MO. 63841