Wonda L. Karibian, nee Eldridge, 67 of Belleville, IL, born Thursday, April 11, 1957, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.
Wonda was the owner and operator of A-1 Party and wedding rental. She was a member of First United Presbyterian Church in Belleville, IL. Wonda volunteered for many years with PYC-Presbyterian Youth club and drove the church bus. Wonda excelled at sewing and crafts. She enjoyed selling items at the flea market. She graduated from Collinsville High School in 1975.
She was preceded in death by her:
- Parents, William “Buck” and Veda, nee Smothermom, Eldridge
- Brothers:
- Charlie Eldridge
- Michael Eldridge
Surviving are her:
- Husband of 41 years, Carl V. Karibian of Belleville, IL
- Son, Ashton Karibian of Belleville, IL
- Sisters:
- Beverly (Michael) Mowe of Collinsville, IL
- Vickey, nee Eldridge, Burns of Belleville, IL
- Grandchildren:
- Nathaniel Karibian of Belleville, IL
- Dominic Karibian of Belleville, IL
- Sister-in law, Karen Karibian (Mark Kinzel) of Poulsbo, WA
- Wonda loved all her nieces and nephews
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or charity of your choice.
Funeral: Celebration of life to be held at later date.
