"Lou" LOUIS A. Straub JR. Born Dec.21, 1955, passed away Sunday morning, August 18, 2013, suddenly. He was the cherished son of the late Louis A. Straub and Georgette T. Straub. Beloved brother to John T. Straub (Mary) and Catherine Straub Kirn. Loving uncle of Michelle (Akel) Akel & John T Straub, Jr., Dwayne and Andy Kirn. Great uncle to Karim John Akel. Cousin to the Straubs, Roys, Belfords, Murrays, Howells, Doyles, Quinones and Franks. A lifelong Maplewood resident, Lou loved getting together with family and friends, watching Cardinal baseball, helping everyone and making everyone laugh. He will be missed by scores of friends and family. Wake at Jay B Smith Funeral Home 7456 Manchester, Maplewood, Mo 63143 on August 22, 2013, from 4-8 pm, followed by short prayer service and remembrances by those who would like to share. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Church, 2934 Marshall Ave, Maplewood, MO 63143. Private interment at a later date. Tributes at jaybsmith.com