Richard Lee "Rick" Roberts

Richard Lee "Rick" Roberts obituary

Richard Lee "Rick" Roberts

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Richard Roberts Obituary

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Richard "Rick" Lee Roberts 81, of Agency, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025 at his home. He was born August 28, 1944 in Kansas City, MO, son of Lyla and Donald Roberts. Rick attended Faucett High School. Following high school, he enlisted with the U.S Navy. On February 21, 1963, he married Wilma Deatherage in Faucett, MO. Rick was an Aircraft Mechanic, working with TWA and American Airlines. He enjoyed working in his shop, riding his motorcycle, traveling, woodworking, and could easily stir up a good conversation. He was a member of Christian Motorcycle Association and Pony Express Riders for the Son #1092 and Evolution Church. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Donald Roberts and Lyla Shiner-Messner, and brother, Charles Roberts. Survivors include: wife, Wilma Roberts of the home, sons, Rick Allan (Tammy) Roberts and Chad Roberts, all of Agency, MO, grandchildren, Derrek Roberts, Devin (Tim) Chester, Taylor DeMaranville, Kalcie Weigart, Sydnee Weigart, Shea (Jesse) Johnson, Darion (Trevor) Wolfe, Tanner Roberts, and John Yoho, 13 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday at Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment with Military Honors will follow services Agency Cemetery, Agency, MO. Memorials are requested to the American Legion Post 287.

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6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Rupp Funeral Home

6054 Pryor Ave, St. Joseph, MO 64504

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10:00 a.m.

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6054 Pryor Ave, St. Joseph, MO 64504

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