Gary Russell Littrell

Gary Russell Littrell, 77, of Florissant, Missouri, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend, went to heaven on Thursday, May 2, 2024 — free from pain and into the arms of Jesus. Gary leaves behind his family, his pride and joy—his bride of 54 years, Kathleen Littrell (nee Abbott); his daughter Alesia (Jason) Sutter; his sons Jesse (Libby) Littrell and Garrett Littrell; his grandchildren, Chris (Rachel) Burrows, Kayla Burrows and Aiden Sutter, and his great-grandchildren Riley and Gabe. He also leaves behind his sister, Willadean, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Sis, Bud, Bea, Dolan, Chris, Von, Otis, and Mike. Born on February 10, 1947, to Jesse and Viola Littrell in New Madrid, Missouri. Gary was the youngest of eight children and grew up in the Wellston neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. After high school, he enlisted in the United States Army and served for two years as an E-4 Specialist; he was stationed in Germany as a clerk and typist during the Vietnam War. Kathy danced into his life at a USO dance in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania—and the rest is history. They raised their family in Florissant, Missouri. Gary was a mechanical wiz and a skilled tradesman; he worked for various contractor maintenance companies throughout his career that serviced the GM plant, and he retired in 2005. Gary loved tinkering with things — his mind was always working, putting together gadgets to stay busy and make life easier. He worked on cars with his sons and grew tomatoes with Kathy in the garden. He loved fishing, camping, and, most of all, spending time with his family. Gary loved connecting with people and stayed in touch with so many, even friends from his school days in Wellston. O taste and see that the Lord is good; How blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him! Psalm 34:8 Gary's life will be celebrated on Saturday, June 1, at Valhalla Chapel of Memories. Family and friends are welcome to attend. A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. Cremation has been accorded by Valhalla Funeral Chapel, Crematory and Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be considered to The Salvation Army (https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/midland/) or Samaritan's Purse (https://samaritanspurse.org/).

Gary Russell Littrell

February 10, 1947 - May 2, 2024