Marleen (Kruse) Padberg, of Maryland Heights, MO died on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at the age of 69. Beloved daughter of the late Richard and Eileen Kruse (nee: Kuenke); devoted mother of Michael Padberg (Lacy), Meg (Schuyler) Fabian, and Robert (Jackie) Padberg; cherished grandmother of Auggie & Finn Fabian; dear cousin and friend of many.

Marleen lived a bright and vibrant life where she enjoyed travelling, parties, movies, reading, and laying by the pool. But most of all she enjoyed being with her family and friends.

Memorials may be made to Catholic Charities of Saint Louis

Memorial Visitation will be held Thursday, September 30, 10:00 AM until the time of Memorial Mass, 11:00 AM, at Joan of Arc Church, 5800 Oleatha Ave., St. Louis, MO 63139. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. A Luncheon will be held following at Pietro's, 3801 Watson Rd., St. Louis, 63109.