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Richard Hansmann Obituary

Hansmann, Richard B.

July 12, 2025

Hansmann, Richard B., baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, Saturday, July 12, 2025.Beloved husband, soulmate and best friend of the late Garole Ann Hansmann (nee Higgins) for 47 years; cherished father of Brian (Bettyjeane) Hansmann, Bradley (Melissa) Hansmann and Laura (William) Holt; proud grandfather of Maxwell, Cole, Brady and Josh Hansmann and Anna, Lily and Molly Holt; companion of Bobbi Lodes; dear brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend of many. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Betty Hansmann and his sister Cheryl (the late Garold) Savage. Rich was a solid human being in EVERY respect. He made the world a better place and will be missed by many.Services: Funeral from the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 9:45 a.m. to Holy Infant Catholic Church, Ballwin for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. If lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Larry Rice Ministries or The MDS Foundation. Visitation Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jul. 20, 2025.

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Mary Wittmeyer

July 31, 2025

I worked for Rich at ProCon. I will be forever grateful that I answered Rich’s newspaper ad and that he hired me. He was a good boss and friend. After he retired, he would always send me a birthday card every year and call me to plan on taking me out for lunch. On those lunch dates, we would catch up on our children and grandchildren. He was so proud of his family and adored and loved Carole so much. I got to know Carole when she stopped by the office and also when we went to Jefferson City for the company Christmas parties. She was a sweet and lovely lady.
I am so sorry Laura, Brian and Brad, you are all so young to have lost both your parents. You have my deepest sympathy and know how much your dad loved you and how very proud he was of each one of you and your children.

Tammy Figg

July 30, 2025

Prayers for Brian, Laura and Brad. Your mom was there to welcome him home , may you find peace in knowing that .

Neil and Sue Schmidt

July 29, 2025

Dear Brian, Brad, and Laura,
We were so very sorry to learn of Rich’s death. We were neighbors in West Glen Woods when our children all attended Holy Infant School. Up until his death, we
saw Rich frequently at mass and always enjoyed our conversations. Rich was a wonderful soccer coach for our son, Tracy, all through grade school. He had a great sense of humor and we enjoyed many laughs together. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Tracy Schmidt

July 26, 2025

God bless you and your family. Rich was my favorite soccer coach from K-12. He always made it fun and we were so competitive and good. Prayers for you and your family.

Tom Blethroad

July 21, 2025

Saddened to hear about Rich. He was a schoolmate, teammate and fellow veteran. His mom's blueberry muffins were too good to forget. Always enjoyed talking with his dad. Just nice people, like Rich. My prayers are with his family.

Sue McKamely

July 21, 2025

My deepest sympathy to the Hansmann family. I was a co-worker with Rich in the Risk Management Department at Ralston Purina. Our group shared a wonderful comraderie, and Rich’s quick wit and storytelling finesse added to the many treasured memories I have of those years. His love for his family was so very evident. May you have peace and comfort during this difficult time. R.I. P. Rich.

Patrick Crown

July 20, 2025

Dear Hansmann family,
So truly saddened to hear about my beloved cousin, Rich’s sudden passing. His candid wit and Hansmann laugh will not be forgotten. Rich was a family first person and I will always cherish the happy times we shared on Seminole Lane and many other family gatherings.

Our deepest sympathy to your family during this difficult time.
Love Patrick, Roshy, Shawn, and Nicholas
Crown

Michael Humme!

July 20, 2025

My condo!ences to Family. Met Richard through Bradley/Melissa (my niece). Enjoyed his company at family gatherings with good memories. R.I.P.

Randy Vest

July 20, 2025

Our heartfelt condolences and fond memories to a memorable man. His glory days have just begun. He is missed.

Randy Garza

July 18, 2025

Dear Hansmann Family,
I was so incredibly saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Hansmann. He was such a special part of my childhood, and I'll always remember him fondly.
I'll never forget the times he drove me to soccer practice. Our conversations in the car were always so entertaining, and he had a way of making even a simple drive feel like an adventure. But what I cherished most were the family dinners at your house. Both Mr. and Mrs. Hansmann always made me feel like one of their own kids, and those memories of warmth and belonging mean so much to me.

Sending all my love and blessings to your family during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Randy Garza

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29

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory

14960 Manchester Road, Ballwin, MO 14960

Jul

30

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Holy Infant Catholic Church

627 Dennison Drive, Ballwin, MO 63021

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30

Interment

Holy Cross Cemetery

16200 Manchester Road, Wildwood, MO 16200

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