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Lianne Le
May 18, 2013
To the Klos family,
I was very saddened to hear the news about Rick. I was his hairstylist for almost 6 years and he was a very loyal client/friend. I had the honor of taking care of this wonderful man. Even though I never had the chance to meet his family, he would always talk to me about his wonderful wife and kids. He will be greatly missed. May you all find peace. My thoughts & prayers are with your family.
Scott Stroback
May 2, 2013
I, like everyone, who was fortunate enough to count Rick as a friend, was very saddened to hear the news of his death. Rick was a loving husband, proud father, and devoted son. My heart goes out to Kathy, Lindsay,Richard and Helen.
My friendship with Rick began in August of 1977. It was my first semester at Mizzou. Rick and I had dorm rooms across the hall from one another. I didn't know anyone in the dorm at that time. But Rick was quick to befriend me. Like many of Rick's friends, we shared a keen interest in the baseball Cardinals, anything pertaining to Mizzou sports,and of course The Three Stooges. For years, we would retell the same old Stooges jokes and laugh our behinds off. I remember watching the Stooges late at night on channel 11 with Rick when he was living with his cousin Joe. Rick had told me for years how much fun the annual uncles fisching trip was at Bennett Springs. He asked me to go several times. I finally went and he was right. It was a great time!
I also remember meeting Rick's mother, Helen, over 30 years ago when she was living in Shewsberry. What a nice lady.
It was easy to see how Rick got his ability to get along with everyone he met. I even remember the fact that his dog at the time had a red bandana tied around it's neck.
After I moved to Iowa City in 1985, I wasn't able to hangout with Rick and the rest of the gang from Mizzou as much as I would have liked.
But Rick and I talked over the phone when we could and after he got married and had his children, it was really apparent in our talks as to how happy he was to have a loving wife and two great kids. He would keep me updated as to how good Lindsay was in sports and how much Richard enjoyed the performing arts.
So Rick, I know you are now watching over Kathy, Lindsay, Richard, and your mom. I know you are watching over the rest of us as well.
I thank you for your friendship! Hope to see you someday on the otherside.
Sue Holcomb Warren
April 29, 2013
Kathy, Don't know if you remember me from High School or not, but I am so sorry for your loss. Best of luck to you and your kids.
Lynne Dauve
April 28, 2013
Kathy, Lindsay and Richard,
I was saddened to learn this morning at church of Rick's passing. We pray for your comfort and that you feel God's loving arms around you at this time.
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April 27, 2013
Kathy, Lindsay, Richard, and Helen,
Words can not express the sympathy extended to you by Rick's passing. What a wonderful person, I will never forget his wry sense of humor - even these past few months and his warm even nature. He was a great son, husband, father, and a loyal friend. The world lost a very special man this week. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Love,
Nan and David Turanski
April 27, 2013
Dear Kathy, Lindsay, Richard, and Helen,
It is very hard to find the words to express my deepest sympathy. I will never forget Rick's sense of humor and warmth for everyone. A wonderful son and husband, father, and loyal friend, he will be sorely missed. We have lost a very special person this week.
Love,
Nan and David
Chris Hasek
April 27, 2013
Rick, you were a great classmate and sportsman. Please watch over us from that higher plain, in God's name.
Kathy Scheibel
April 27, 2013
Kathy, Lindsay, and Richard and of course Russell, You are in our hearts and our prayers! We send you strength and peace and hugs. The Scheibel family
Paul Sullivan
April 27, 2013
Condolences to Kath and family. Won't forget the times we shared living life to the fullest. RIP, Rick.
Mark Moran
April 26, 2013
My family's prayers are with you and your family Rick. Rick Klos was a great, sweet guy who would hit you hard on the football field and be your best friend off the field. He was a High School All-American football player and never acted like he was better than the people around him. He was not the "Johnny Come Lately" type of personality; no matter how many years had gone by without talking, he was always a sure friend ready to pick up where we last left each others company. Rick Klos was a great father and husband; he loved his family tremendously and spent his time with them accordingly. I have many fond memories of playing sports, fishing and having fun with Rick that I will never forget. Thanks for being such a real gentleman and wonderful friend, Rick! The memories will last forever!
Stacie Mullen
April 26, 2013
Kathy, You and the family are in our hearts today and always. Rick was loved by all who knew him and truly had an impact on all of us to be better people. My Father, and family send their deepest sympathies to you, the kids, and Rick's Mom. Peace be with you.
Stacie
April 26, 2013
Kathy,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love and sympathy,
Janet Bonham Rapp
CLASS of 1976 Lindbergh High School
April 26, 2013
Dear KATHY and the KLOS FAMILY:
All RICK's fellow classmates and friends from the Lindbergh High School "Bicentennial Year" Class of 1976 mourn his passing after his long illness.
He will be remembered by all of us as a great guy, a good high school football player and athlete, and a good friend to many. We know he was also a great husband and father.
May God Grant Rick Eternal Rest, and all of you consolation in the days ahead. (Rick's name will be added to our class memorial list on our alumni website,and he will be remembered at our next class reunion).
Sincerely,
THE "Bicentennial Year" CLASS of 1976
Lindbergh High School
St. Louis, MO (via Max)
April 25, 2013
Kathy, Lindsay and Richard,
Emily called us last night to tell us the sad news of Rick's illness and death. Rick was always so upbeat, positive and friendly. We can only imagine how difficult it is to lose a wonderful husband and father. We are surrounding all of you with prayer.
Barb and Kurt Spieler
Traci Benesh
April 25, 2013
My prayers are with you Kathy and family. Mrs Klos, I cannot imagine the loss of your only son please know you are in my prayers too. Rick was a great friend to me since high school rival days Lindberg,vs Affton. Mizzou college days and Dallas in the 80's. I will miss him but know he is in a better place and he is watching over you.
Mike Zimmerman
April 25, 2013
I first met Rick on the softball diamonds in Brentwood. We both lived in Brentwood Forest and some nights we were on the same team and other nights we played against each other. I knew if the ball was hit to Rick he would know what to do with it and had a gun for an arm. Rick was one of the nicest guys I had the good fortune to meet during those years. Always polite and never complained, we remained friends and he also became a client and we ended up neighbors again, living only a few houses apart. He will be remembered and missed as just a terrific guy with great character, empathy and love for his family.
Scott Bowers
April 25, 2013
Rick, We will miss you. thanks for your friendship, your leadership, your commitment to your classmates, your laugh and for being you. Bless your family and children. God Bless you. Scott
Lee Schmidt
April 25, 2013
Kathy, Rick may have loved sports, but you and the kids were his life. Hardly a conversation went by without him mentioning one or all of you. Rick and I became acquainted when I was looking for a job in IT many years ago. We became more than aquaintances when we found out that he knew my Dad (Jerry the Cop)when he went to Lindbergh High School. That created a unique bond that I treasure to this day. We could spend an entire lunch talking about his antics as a kid. Rick is a good, kind and understanding man and a huge hole will be left in the lives of many. But remember: We grieve for those who remain behind, not for the one who has gone to be with God. I hope peace and tranquility come to you and your family very soon.
Gary Goulet
April 25, 2013
Kathy, My deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.
Jennifer Sterling
April 25, 2013
Richard,
We are so sorry. We are praying for you and your entire family to have comfort and peace.
The Sterlings
Nick Jans
April 25, 2013
Rick Klos was a great friend to me, especially the time we both spent in Dallas 30 years ago. He attended my wedding, and I his. He will be dearly missed by all who were lucky to know him. My prayers will be dedicated to the comfort of Kathy and Rick's kids, as well as all of his family members, friends, and associates. We have lost a fine man, and a great pal.
Mike Scott
April 25, 2013
a guy everybody liked being around. MY thoughts and prayers are with Kathy and the children. RIP Rick, you will be missed. Mike
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