12/20/2023
We have to share some extremely devastating news. Our Rock, Our Champion has gone to heaven to fly high. We know word spreads pretty quickly on social media, so wanted to get this out. — The Wier’s
Juliana Marie “Dolly” Wier, 75, of Wildwood, MO, born December 10, 1948, in Breese, IL, died Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her father, Franklin "B***y" Kennett; mother, Virginia nee Micheel, Kennett of New Baden; daughter, Coreen Wier, and sister Colette Kennett.�
Surviving are her husband Jack Wier, sons and a daughter: Jack (Trina) Wier and their children, Jack Dean and Lincoln; Joe (Sherry) Wier and their children, Alex, Ashley, Amy, and Andrew; Ben Wier, Katey (Ron) Riesing and their children, Brianna and Isabella; Dominic (Amber) Wier and their children Ellis and Hart; sister Bonnie (Rollie) Brave; brother, Patrick (Marsha) Kennett, special Aunt Lilly and Aunt Eleanora, and many nieces and nephews.
In loving memory of our cherished “Dolly,” who passed away at the age of 75. She was the epitome of strength, love and support, fiercely championing wrestling matches and all her grandchildren's activities. She was married a remarkable 54 and was the best wife, grandma, mom, sister, aunt, cousin, godmother and friend; she filled our lives with unforgettable memories. Her deep love for her animals was only surpassed by her love for her family. On her unique farm, she raised alpacas and llamas for over 40 years. Wier World Llamas and Alpacas is where all the farm animals became beloved pets.
The constant overachiever in life, she excelled at everything she did and took being a grandmother very seriously. She showed up to EVERYTHING, including wrestling matches, meets, games, tournaments, and choral performances, plays, and recitals. For those that lived further away, she hosted a Grammy camp every summer when you never knew if your kid would come back missing a limb, but you knew they would have an unforgettable time and memories of “whatever happens at Grammy’s, stays at Grammy’s!”
In 1983 when she was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s disease, and given six months to live, prayers were answered, and she defied the doctor’s expectations and chose to live. During that time, the love and prayers from her parish, Our Lady of the Assumption (OLA), took her and her family through the dark times.
She volunteered much of her time throughout her life. For years she was known as Simple the Clown and brought joy to many as a clown, emphasizing that her name was Simple, “because her life isn’t.” She supported Special Olympics, PTOEC (Parents and Teachers of Exceptional Children) and Southeast llama rescue.
Her passion for writing and journalism shone through as she assisted with speech meets and writing plays at OLA. She was the editor of the Diocese’s Junior Messenger, spreading the word of God to Catholic youth, and for the Wier World Llamas and Alpacas newsletter, where she shared tales of her animals. Crafting hats from fiber produced by her beloved animals, she proudly displayed her creations at the Best of Missouri Market.
She loved Disney World, her “Happiest Place on Earth.” She took her children and grandchildren on many trips there and including Florida, Alaska, Boston, North Carolina, and Mexico, creating cherished memories and one unforgettable RV adventure.
Graduating college at the age of 40 from St. Louis University, after raising six children, showcased her determination and resilience. She graduated with honors and was a member of the Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society.
Today, we celebrate a life well-lived, marked by love, laughter, amazing stories and memories and a legacy that will forever live on in our hearts. As a devoted mother to 6 kids she accepted all of the challenges God threw at her and she will be incredibly missed.
A Catholic mass will be held at Most Sacred Heart in Eureka, MO at 1pm Friday, January 5, 2024. A celebration of life will follow from 3 to 7 p.m. at Schrader Funeral home’s Family Center in Ballwin, MO.
