RICHARD KENT SPINDLER
Richard Kent Spindler, 72, of La Grange, MO, died June 15, 2021 at 1:05 a.m. at his home in La Grange.
He was born January 6, 1949 in Quincy, IL a son of Albert Vere and Dorothy Schork Spindler Jr. He married patty Ann Boltz on May 7, 1977 in the La Grange Christian Church. She died August 21, 2015.
Kent was a former member of the Eagles Club in Canton and had served on the La Grange Volunteer Fire Department in years past. Growing up, Kent had worked for Glenn Welch on his farm and had also worked at E.L. Smith and Sons, the La Grange Foundry and Titan Wheel. He enjoyed being on the River with his family and spending time with them. He was a member of the La Grange Christian Church.
Survivors include his children, Kyle (Holly) Spindler of La Grange, Jamie Spindler of La Grange, Joni Garner of Ewing, Elizabeth McKinney of Memphis, MO and Bronya Gilmore of La Grange; grandchildren, Gregory, Derek, Gage, Burton, Walker, Abby, Riley, Nevaeh, Brittany, Cassidee and ShiAnn; two sisters Deanie (Dick) Hinkle of Newtown, MO and Charlene (Joe) Clifford of Mt. Sterling, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, daughter Morgan Spindler and grandson Harris Spindler.
Funeral services were held June 22, 2021 at the Davis Funeral Home in La Grange with Rev. Kary Myers officiating. Visitation was June 21, 2021 at the Davis Funeral Home in La Grange.
Burial will be in Mark’s Cemetery in La Grange.
The family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.
Online condolences may be left at www.davis-fh.com
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