Diane Marie (Feltz) Abt, age 64, of Saint Mary, passed away February 15, 2026.
She was born in Perryville on June 23, 1961, to the late Bobby Leo Feltz and Barbara Ann (Buatte) Feltz.
Diane was a 1979 graduate of Perryville High School. She worked primarily as a caregiver at Marian Cliff Manor, United Enterprises, and Life Enrichment Center. She also worked at TG Missouri. Diane loved spending time with her family and friends and especially enjoyed her grandchildren.
Diane had a beautiful soul and heart of gold. She never met a stranger and loved talking to anyone she would meet.
Diane enjoyed the months of Spring and Summer most. She liked planting flowers and shopping.
Diane enjoyed spoiling her family and friends with little gifts that reminded her of them.
Diane especially loved God and was strong in her faith. Diane was a long-time member of the Immaculate Conception Church of Saint Mary..
She is survived by: Her loving Husband of 40 years, Donald Eugene Abt, Daughter, Miranda (Jeremy) Chappius, Two Granddaughters, Lyza and Lexi Chappius; Brothersin- law, John (Helen) Abt, Charles Abt, Robert (Gail) Abt, Kenneth (Betty) Abt, Bill Abt, Larry (Joann) Abt, Rsonald Huber; Sisters-in-law, Mary (Richard) Stoll, Kathy (David) Gegg, Norma (Bud) Bohnert, Patricia Jr. Lipp, Joann (Kenny) Basler, Cynthia (Jerome) Viox
She was preceded in death by: Father, Bobby L. Feltz; Mother, Barbara Ann Feltz; Brothers-in-law, Gilbert Abt, Gary Abt, William Knapp; Sisters-in-law, Nowetta Abt, Gloria Jean Huber, and Janet Abt.
Visitation will be at Basler Funeral Home in Sainte Genevieve, on Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 9 until 11 a.m. Service will be at Basler Funeral Home on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 11 a.m.
Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Center or Feed the Children.
Online condolences can be left at www.baslerfuneralhome.com
