Photo courtesy of Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory - Ballwin
Ballwin, Missouri
Aug 28, 1946 – Jan 14, 2022 (Age 75)
Richter, Kirk A., August 28, 1946 - January 14, 2022
Kirk was a beloved spouse, father, grandfather, brother, son, friend, and community member. Kirk died at home surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest and caring for the communities in which they live.
Kirk was a native St. Louisan and graduated with a degree from the University of Missouri - St. Louis in 1968. He spent most of his career at Sigma Aldrich, where he served as Controller, Vice President/Treasurer, and Chief Financial Officer. He spent his ten years of retirement as a dedicated volunteer and fundraiser. He was a man of great faith and a humble but generous supporter for causes that had a special place in his heart, including the Boy Scouts of America, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, St. John UCC Manchester and the University of Missouri - St. Louis. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, Maureen, attending Cardinals games with friends and family, and treasured special moments with family, friends, and grandchildren.
He passed from this life on January 14, 2022 and was welcomed home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Richter, and first wife, Kathleen Richter. He is survived by his wife Maureen Richter (nee Kelley/Peterson), children Laura and Daniel (Kelsey) Richter; Stephen (Renae), Christopher (Annette), Daniel (Chiara), and Jonathan (Hannah) Peterson, and 16 grandchildren whom he loved dearly. He is also beloved by his mother Jane Richter, brother Kent (Debbie) Richter, and extended family.
Services: are limited to immediate family due to ongoing concerns with COVID-19. The family will host a larger celebration of life when it is safe to do so. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the UMSL Welcome and Alumni Center Fund. Mail to UMSL, 1 University Blvd., 308 Woods Hall, St. Louis, MO 63121 or https://giving.umsl.edu/Richter. A service of the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
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We are truly sorry for your loss. Jack and Mary Tevlin.
Jack and Mary Tevlin
May 20, 2022
Kirk was a gentleman. He was smart, funny, and caring. He made sure to schedule dinners with him and Maureen, so we could keep in touch. My sympathies to Maureen and his family on Kirk's passing.
Susan Nagarkatti
January 26, 2022 | Chesterfield, MO | Friend
My heart goes out to the entire Richter family. Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
Shanti Nagarkatti
January 20, 2022 | Chicago, IL | Friend
I am so very sorry for the loss of Kirk. Our hearts go out to Maureen, the kids and grandkids and the whole family. We wish we could wrap you all in one big hug. Kirk was a wonderful man and will never be forgotten. Sending all our love, -Cara, Gary and Eloise Schamburg-
Cara, Gary & Eloise Schamburg
January 20, 2022 | Family
My condolences to Maureen and the family. This is a very big shock. I met Kirk at UMSL, graduating in January 1968. Kirk was a very likable and kind person and we spent time taking about accounting. I always knew he was smarter than I was, and I knew he would be successful. I enjoyed our talks. While we went our separate ways we did reconnect later in life going to lunch and when he invited me to go to an UMSL Founders Dinner. It was at this meeting that I connected with former professors...
Eugene Koziatek
January 19, 2022 | Saint Louis, MO | Classmate
I am so very sorry to learn the news about Kirk. Condolences and prayers to all of the Richter Family from an old neighbor.
Dan Phillips
January 19, 2022 | Saint Louis, MO | Neighbor
Our sincerest sympathies to Maureen and the Richter family. Kirk was a wonderful soul and generous in so many ways. He left a huge, huge impact on the Scouting world and will be dearly missed.
Tom Kroenung
January 19, 2022 | Friend
Rest in peace. Prayers to the family.
pamela Barr (Chasteen)
January 19, 2022 | Ballwin, MO | Classmate
Kirk was one of the kindest people I ever had the pleasure and privilege to work with. He and I traveled to the UK, Switzerland and across the US as he was mentoring me in the art of investor relations. We have lost one of a great person. I hope the families' memories and Kirk's legacy of service with provide comfort as you find a path forward.
Sondra Brown
January 19, 2022 | Brighton, IL | Coworker
