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Umberger, Richard Kevin
Richard Kevin Umberger, 47 of Phoenix, AZ passed away on July 27, 2017. A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on August 8, 2017 at the Church of Christ 732 South Landrum St, Mount Vernon, MO 65712. Kevin was born in Lamar, Mo, raised in Greenfield, Mo, and was currently living in Phoenix, Az. He loved listening to music, being outdoors, and enjoying time with his family and friends. He was a loving son, uncle and dad who was always joking and bringing a smile to everyone around him. Kevin is survived by his three children, Haven Umberger of Scranton, KS, Alison and Brendan Umberger of Phoenix, AZ. his parents Harold Umberger of Mount Vernon, MO and Eden Phillips of Kansas City, MO, 6 siblings Jim Periman of Kettering, OH, Bill Periman of Olathe, KS, Brenda Obert of Lockwood, MO, Debbie Lantz of Kansas City, MO, Nancy Periman of Tulsa, OK, and Leslie Umberger of Fredericksburg, VA and many loving nieces and nephews, and cousins. The family has established a Go Fund Me account for donations in lieu of flowers. https://www.gofundme.com/kumberger

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Aug. 2, 2017.

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Alison Umberger

July 24, 2025

It´s been years, and I still miss you every day.
I wish you were here to see us grow up- to laugh with us, guide us, and tell your classic dad jokes.
It´s been hard without you. We miss you more than words can say

David Maurer

August 5, 2017

I miss you buddy. Our daily phone conversations always brought a smile to my face.

Gloria Gonzales

August 4, 2017

"Forever in our hearts" You are missed dearly.

With love,
Your work mom

MARCEL T

August 2, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your dear love one. Please find comfort in MATTHEW 5:4 which says
"Happy are those who mourn, since they will be comforted ".

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