Laurie Ann Finder, 54, of Festus died Oct. 18, 2025, at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis County. Ms. Finder was devoted to and loved spending time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 253. Born Dec. 28, 1970, in Festus, she was the daughter of Linda Marie (Nausley) Finder of Festus.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by a son: Khalil Underwood of Festus; a daughter: Kayleana (Kenny Smith) Finder of St. Louis; a sister: Tina (Brian) Peters of Festus; four grandchildren: Jordan Smith, Kayleigh Underwood, Madilyn Underwood and Zavier Smith; numerous nieces and nephews; and many other family members and friends.
A visitation is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Oct. 24, at Mahn Twin City Chapel, 515 Collins Ave., in Festus. Repass will follow at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Post 253, 849 American Legion Drive, in Festus. Arrangements are under the direction of Mahn Twin City Chapel.