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Kirk Richter Obituary
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 online guestbook at Schrader.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Kirk Richter
Jack and Mary Tevlin
May 20, 2022
We are truly sorry for your loss. Jack and Mary Tevlin.
Susan Nagarkatti
January 26, 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.
Shanti Nagarkatti
January 20, 2022
My heart goes out to the entire Richter family. Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
Cara, Gary & Eloise Schamburg
January 20, 2022
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-
Eugene Koziatek
January 19, 2022
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 and classmates. I was surprised when he remembered after 50 years that I had a twin brother. I know he was very active in the UMSL Alumni Association. I was looking forward to future get togethers with Kirk. Kirk was a very dear friend and classmate.
Dan Phillips
January 19, 2022
I am so very sorry to learn the news about Kirk. Condolences and prayers to all of the Richter Family from an old neighbor.
Tom Kroenung
January 19, 2022
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.
pamela Barr (Chasteen)
January 19, 2022
Rest in peace. Prayers to the family.
Sondra Brown
January 19, 2022
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.
2017 UMSL Salute to Business Achievement Awards. <br /><br />Kirk received the first College of Business Dean's Medal.
Joseph Freund
January 19, 2022
It was a privilege to serve alongside Kirk on the UMSL College of Business Alumni Chapter Board over the past 15+ years. His knowledge and guidance helped us progress through the years and he was always there to lend a helping hand. Whether it be a volunteer opportunity at Little Creek Nature Area removing honeysuckle (no small feat) or attending an event, he was always there. Kirk was UMSL and embodied what is best about St. Louis. Condolences to Maureen and family.
Linda Brown Reed
January 19, 2022
My condolences go to the Richter family. Kirk was a wonderful person, kind and generous. He will be missed by many, especially his UMSL family.
Pauline Nocifora
January 18, 2022
May God bless you Maureen and all your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Jo Murphy
January 17, 2022
Maureen,
I am so sorry for you loss.
May God bless you and your family.
Dan McGuire
January 17, 2022
Rest In Peace old friend and thanks for great memories of growing up together enjoying scouting.
Sincere condolences to Mrs. Richter, Kent and all the family.
Carol & Ron Laupp
January 17, 2022
With heartfelt condolences, we send our sympathy to Maureen & family at the loss of your loving husband and father. When we think of Kirk, we remember his genuine warmth, his caring smile and always a perfect gentleman. May the Lord grant you strength to bear during these difficult times. We will remember Maureen and family in our thoughts & prayers.
Joan Phillips
January 17, 2022
My deepest condolences to Maureen and the entire Richter family. Although I was honored to know Kirk for just a short time I was touched by his kindness and generosity. He will be sorely missed by his many UMSL College of Business friends and alumni.
Katherine Diane Daly
January 17, 2022
Dear Laura and family, Please accept my sympathy on the passing of Kirk. I was happy to meet him at a Cardinal's game and remember his humor and genuine spirit. Many in the community he served so faithfully will remember him and all he contributed. Laura, you for sure are living his legacy. May he rest in peace,
Diane Daly
Rita and Keith Womer
January 17, 2022
Our deepest sympathys. We feel honored to have been friends for many years. Kirk was an important part of bringing us to St Louis and we will always remember his friendship and support.
Lela Eunice Taussig
January 17, 2022
Maureen, though I met you and Kirk only once at a special UMSL Founders' event, two things were quickly obvious in that conversation-your love and dedication to each other and the love for-and dedication to-UMSL. I feel so fortunate to have seen that in you both. Kirk's generosity to UMSL has been, and will be so meaningful to students. My deepest sympathy to you in this loss and know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you walk this path. Lela-Eunice Taussig
John Collet
January 16, 2022
Kirk was a great guy. I'll always remember him getting the Explorer Post started again at Salvator. And he's always kept in touch over the years even though we haven't seen each other much. RIP.
Cheri Scheu
January 16, 2022
Maureen,
We are sorry for your loss,
Dave and Cheri Scheu
Barbara Muñoz
January 16, 2022
Laura and Dan and all family members
I am so sorry to hear about your Father. God bless you all and may he Rest In Peace
Connie Moellenhoff
January 16, 2022
Maureen, I was so sorry to see that Kirk was gone. I’m sorry Don and I never got to spend time with you both.
I hope you and I can get together soon.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Dan and Debby Paulsmeyer
January 16, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will miss seeing Kirk during our cousin monthly breakfasts.
Ron Dougherty
January 16, 2022
I wish to send my best wishes to Kirk’s family. I met Kirk in kindergarten. We were good friend through high school. Upon high school graduation Kirk went to UMSL. I wanted to go away so I went to SEMO. As the years went by we lost touch. Again, my best wishes!
ray Eckard
January 16, 2022
So sorry to hear of Kirk's passing, he was a great friend and classmate during our years together at UMSL. My sympathy to his family at this time of loss.
Rita&Bill Brinkmann
January 16, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our deepest sympathy to you Laura and your family
Peggy Buechler
January 16, 2022
So sorry for your loss Maureen and family. What a gentle man with a good sense of humor who’s love for faith and family shone brightly. May the angels welcome him home and the love of Kirk and God sustain you.
Roger Keller
January 16, 2022
Sorry to hear of Kirk's passing. I know he will be missed by his family and friends. He was a terrific person.
Jeff and Mary Peterson
January 16, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. All our love. Jeff and Mary Peterson.
Joe Ackerman
January 16, 2022
A very sad day. Kirk will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a treasure, a friend and colleague.
Joe Ackerman
Tony Naughton
January 16, 2022
Maureen - I am so sorry for your (our) great loss. You have my deepest sympathies. With prayers and condolences. Tony Naughton
Merci & Roberto Sebbio
January 16, 2022
Our deepest sympathy to the family. We offer our prayers of comfort to all of you. Merci & Roberto Sebbio
Mary Emke
January 16, 2022
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. May precious memories sustain you.
Dawn Abel
January 15, 2022
Maureen - Dawn and I are so sorry for your loss. There are no words. May God bless you and your entire family.
Karen Miller
January 15, 2022
We lost one of the good ones yesterday with Kirk’s passing. He was a stoic and unflappable individual yet he had the kindest heart and most gentle spirit. The only time I saw his eyes really light up was when he was talking about his family or his beloved Cardinals. I have many fond memories of Kirk having shared a common glass wall with his office at Sigma-Aldrich for many years. He was a man of integrity and always knew the next right thing to do as a business man, family man and friend.
Rakesh Sachdev
January 15, 2022
Kirk was a legend at Sigma Aldrich and his contributions made such a lasting impact on the company and the thousands of our associates. I loved traveling with him and saw first hand how much respect he garnered from our investment community. He was a true professional and a great family man. He will be missed terribly but his spirit will live on. RIP my friend. Rakesh Sachdev
George and Keiko Miller
January 15, 2022
Condolences to the Richter family. It was a joy and a privilege to work with Kirk. He was a wonderful colleague. Most impressive, however, was the joy in and evident love for his family, followed closely only by the Cardinals!
Remembering many shared moments and happy memories. RIP Kirk. Those of us lucky enough to call you friend have a hole in our hearts today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Maureen, Laura, Dan and the rest of your family.
Mike Hogan
January 15, 2022
Quintin Lai
January 15, 2022
Kirk was one of the most well-respected healthcare executives with Wall Street investors and a fantastic ambassador of Sigma-Aldrich. A consummate professional, Kirk affected people across the US and the world with his deep knowledge, positive energy and gentle humor. And as great as Kirk was in business, he was an even greater friend, philanthropist and family man. He loved talking about his kids and grandkids, recapping his last vacation with Maureen and planning the next one, working on the next big project at his alma mater, and, of course, plans for another Cardinals spring training trip. Connie and I extend to the family our deepest condolences on his passing and our gratitude on the blessing of having Kirk as a mentor, colleague and friend.
Alberta McGilligan
January 15, 2022
I enjoyed many Stephen Ministry parties with Kirk and Maureen. We will miss him.
Carol Wolf
January 15, 2022
I was saddened by Kirk’s passing. May you be comforted in the light of love, today and during the tough road ahead. God’s peace to you.
Kristin Sobolik
January 15, 2022
Kirk was a once-in-a-lifetime genuine person who gave lovingly of his time and energy to so many. The University of Missouri-St. Louis family is so greatly appreciative of his continued engagement, support, care, and concern for the past 50 years. He will be missed by our entire Triton community. Many hugs and wishes to Maureen, Dan, Laura, and the entire Richter family.
Dick Scharnhorst
January 15, 2022
Ilene and I are truly saddened by Kirk’s passing. We enjoyed our dinners together at places about town when we were able to go about town. I will always remember his accompaniments when I was singing solos at church.
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