Richard Uhles

Uhles, Richard Lee (née Keel)

October 18, 1938 – December 17, 2025

Richard Uhles, beloved husband of Maryann Uhles (née Fallert), and proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his seven children-Christine, Tina Perrmann (Steve), Michael (Angela), Matthew (Teresa), Lisa Brooks (Glennon), Mark (Candise), and Sara Loehr (James).

Richard was the cherished grandfather of the late John (Abby), Elizabeth (Cody), Christopher (Anna), Stephanie, Alexander, Katie (Dan), Trevor, Heather (Derek), Amanda, Allyson, Gabrielle, Erik (Callie), Richard (Jenny), Declann, the late Hope, the late Grace, Keel, the late Cole, Kain, and Edeline; and the loving great-grandfather of Jaxson, Logan, Colton, Austin, Isaac, Jordan, and Cora. He also leaves behind his loyal furbaby, Ellie Mae.

Richard was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Olga Fallert; his birth parents, Robert William and Gladys Leona (née Thornell); his parents, Lester W. and Virginia Uhles; his siblings, Robert William Jr., Susan, Raymon, and Delores McKinney; his former son-in-law Lloyd Taffee; and his grandchildren, John, Hope, Grace and Cole. He was a dear uncle to Kim Iris McKinney, Sudie McKinney Lindeman (John), and Erin McKinney Seay (Michael).

Richard's life was defined by generosity, service, steadfast faith, a tireless work ethic, and unwavering devotion to his family. He built Trio Plumbing Company not for wealth, but to provide for those he loved. To his children, he was the one you turned to-steady, wise, and always there.

May Richard rest in eternal peace in the house of our Lord, welcomed home with love.

"I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?"

– Jesus from John 11:25-26

Services: Visitation at Vineyard Community Church, 2154 Dougherty Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63122 on Saturday, December 27 from 1 PM – 2:50 PM; then a celebration of Richard's life at 3 PM immediately following at Vineyard Community Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent in honor of Richard to one of the following organizations:

· FamilyForward moves vulnerable children in the direction of hope by delivering comprehensive therapeutic and educational services to support biological, foster, and adoptive families. See their Amazon Wishlist to donate directly to families in need.

· Youth in Need builds on the strengths of children, youth, and families so they find safety, hope, and success in life. (Foster Care & Adoption)

· Samaritan's Purse has helped meet the needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine to share God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ, since 1970.

Family is being served by Pitman Funeral Home, Wentzville.