Paul Laute Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Paul Laute (Maplewood, Missouri), who passed away on May 23, 2025, at the age of 69, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Paul is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Paul's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Paul and Betty Joan Laute. He is survived by: his children, Erin and Shannon Laute of GranPAW; and his sister Michelle Laute. He is also survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 28th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Jay B. Smith Funeral Home (7456 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, MO 63143). A funeral service was held on Thursday, May 29th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Mark's Lutheran Church (6337 Clayton Rd, Clayton, MO 63117).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Liver Foundation, World Bird Sanctuary, or St. Mark's Lutheran Church.
