Richard “Dick” Lewis Winkler passed away Nov. 24, 2015.
Richard was born Oct. 22, 1947, to Harold and Frances Winkler. Dick retired in 2012 after spending more than 40 years in sales in the trucking industry. He was the current president of his HOA, which he truly enjoyed. He was a proud Eagle Scout. Dick loved spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren.
Dick is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Waneta Jackson; and son, Kevin Winkler.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Heidi; children, Jeff Winkler, Craig Winkler (Paula), Stephanie Oaks (Dave) and Erika Nail (Jeff); sister, Fontella; and 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held from 2 to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29, at White Chapel Funeral Home, with service following. Arrangements are through D.W. Newcomer’s Sons White Chapel Funeral Home, 6600 N. Antioch Rd., Gladstone, MO 64119, 816-452-8419. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.dwnwhitechapel.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to The Great Dane Club of GKC Rescue Inc., 6800 E. Pony Creek Road, Freeman, MO 64746.