Photo courtesy of Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory - Ballwin
Ballwin, Missouri
May 12, 1945 – Nov 24, 2023
Dr. Richard Alma Squires, DDS, of Topeka Kansas, left us on 11/24/2023, in the presence of family in Ellisville, Missouri.
Richard was born on May 12th, 1945 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Marvin and Elsie Squires. Richard was a lifelong learner and a talented craftsman. He graduated from Washington University Dental School in St. Louis, Missouri. He was passionate about his profession and practiced dentistry his entire life.
After graduating from dental school, Richard met and married Sharon Squires and they had one son, Richard Squires, Jr. Though Richard and Sharon divorced, they remained friends.
Later in life, Richard met, fell in love with and married Ell Squires and the two of them had one son, Ryan Squires, and Ell’s older son Nikolas Davis.
Richard is survived by his wife Ell; sons Rick (Sarah) Squires and Ryan Squires; grandchildren Emily, Ethan and Eva Squires; and many other friends and family.
Services: Funeral service at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Friday, 1:00 p.m. Visitation Thursday 4-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
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As teenagers, Richard and I worked together at Safeways grocery store. We became close friends and late he was an usher at my wedding. I have fond memories of riding with him in his red Malibu Super Sport. Richard was the best dressed friend I had. My condolences to his dear families. Gordon Flitton
Gordon Flitton
May 24, 2024 | Salt Lake City, UT | Friend
Richard and I were good friends during our teen years. A great guy with a beautiful Malibu SS.
Gordon Flitton
December 16, 2023 | Salt Lake City, UT | Friend
RIP Dr.Squires
Vicke Burnett
December 01, 2023 | Topeka Ks
My husband, Tom Lake and Richard were good friends during his time in St. Louis. Perhaps they are renewing their friendship now. My condolences to the family.
Helen Lake
November 30, 2023 | Meridian, ID | Friend
So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to all who knew & loved him. He had such a big heart & a bright spirit!
Christina Bersano
November 30, 2023 | Marshall, MO | Coworker
Our deepest condolences and love are extended to you and your family! Richard was such a fun guy with a heart of gold! He made a huge difference in the world! I’ll never forget when our daughter kort wore braces and she would chew gum in church and look back and he would see her and shake his head and then give her a talking to in the dentist chair about her braking her braces. After the 3rd time he said I’m going to start charging you if I see you chewing gum!! Always a kind joking fun guy.
Chriscintia Solomon
November 29, 2023 | Lexington, NC | Friend
Richard was a good friend. I cherish the opportunities to be with him and observe his love and charity for others. I admired his dedication to his craft, Dentistry. Richard had wanted to be a dentist since he was a teenager and pursued that goal his entire life. I especially appreciated his love for his Lord an Savior.
Victor Trujillo
November 29, 2023 | Spanish Fork, UT | Friend
Peace and ❤ To all of you.
Kathee Lenger
November 29, 2023 | Wildwood, MO | Family
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Lifting up you and your family.
Amy Thompson
November 28, 2023 | Friend