Don Wayne Tesson

Don Wayne Tesson of Lake St. Louis, MO passed away on July 30, 2025 at the age of 90. He was born August 4, 1934, in St. Louis, Missouri, son of  Michael and Viola Tesson (née Burtz). 

He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia "Pat" Tesson (nee Buechler) with whom he shared over 67 years of marriage; his four children, Bret (Theresa) Tesson of Wentzville, MO, Phyllis Bruemer of Lake St. Louis, MO, Jackie (Lew English) Abels of Olivette, MO, Denise (Dan) Carroll of Louisiana, MO; three grandchildren, Joshua (Elizabeth) Bruemer, Catherine (Chad) Tesson-Nord, Lee Tesson;  sister-in-law, Jacqueline Gintz. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Malcolm Tesson and his wife, June, son-in-law, Joe Bruemer, brother-in-law,Winston Gintz.  

He was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in hunting and fishing, and he especially treasured camping trips to Loggers Lake-his favorite place to be in nature. He was a talented woodworking craftsman as was evident in his many beautiful projects. Don also enjoyed bowling and spending quality time with friends and family.

Don was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

The family is being served by Pitman Funeral Home in Wentzville.

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