Mary Beth Elizabeth Gumpenberger (Strubberg), 74, of Union, passed away, Thursday, April 6, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Washington.

On June 8, 1948, Mary was born to the union of Arthur "Archie" Strubberg and Edith (Watts) in Washington, Missouri.

She attended Immaculate Conception Catholic School.

Mary was united in marriage to Clarence Charles Gumpenberger.

She was very much a family oriented person, who loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Some of the best family memories come from the big BBQ's that gathered them all  together. In the past 25 years, she looked forward to traveling and her annual trip to Branson. Mary will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Archie and Edith Strubberg; her husband, Clarence Charles Gumpenberger; one son, Robert Gumpenberger; multiple brothers and sisters; two grandchild, Zachary Gumpenberger and Jennifer Gumpenberger.

She is survived by her five sons, Michael Gumpenberger of Gerald, Clarence Eugene Gumpenberger of New Haven, James Gumpenberger and wife Cindy of St. Clair, Eric Gumpenberger of Union and Steven Gumpenberger of Union; three daughters, Lisa Gumpenberger of St. Clair, Cindy Thoms of St. Clair and Robin Seago and husband Bill of High Ridge; several brothers and sisters; sixteen grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews; other relatives and many friends.

Memorial donations are greatly appreciated to Mike Gumpenberger to help cover some of the funeral expenses.