William “Richard” Grove, age 86 of Oldfield, Missouri passed away Friday, June 25, 2021 in Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Missouri. Richard, as he was fondly known by his friends and family, was born June 2, 1935 the son of Charles V. and Gussie (Starbuck) Grove. On July 8, 1966, he was united in marriage to Bertha Cox and together they would have soon celebrated 56 years of marriage.
Richard was a longtime Christian County resident and enjoy his life surrounded by his family. He was a faithful member of Oldfield Church of Christ and attended regularly his entire life. During 1958 through 1961, Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Military Policeman and later received an honorable discharge. Richard was a dedicated employee and retired after many years from Conco Concrete Company. During his retirement, he enjoyed traveling with family and friends and also loved visiting with everyone because he never met a stranger. Richard was talented with his hands and blessed with the ability to “fix” anything with a motor. His outgoing personality led him to many longtime friendships and lasting memories. Richard valued his favorite times spent with his grandsons and enjoyed good food, especially ice cream.
Richard is survived by his wife Bertha; two daughters Rhonda Collins and Steve , Amy VanHouden and Jason all of Oldfield; two grandsons Jaryd Collins and Jaron VanHouden; sisters-in-law Gerry Robertson and Dennis, Julie Gillham and Sam, Debbie Hutchinson; his very special adopted granddaughter Tori Vaughan; several nieces, nephews and many special friends. In addition to his parents, Richard is also preceded in death by a brother, two sisters, two brothers-in-law, his best friend Tod Walker, and a grandson Jacob VanHouden.
Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday evening, June 28, 2021 in Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark, Missouri. Graveside funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, June 29, 2021 in Oldfield Cemetery with full military honors. Online condolences may be shared at www.barnesfamilyfunerals.com.
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Doreen cagle says
June 28, 2021 at 7:38 amHe was always one of the sweetest men I have ever known always made me laugh when I saw him he will be missed
Mary McCatherine says
June 28, 2021 at 9:40 amWe offer our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May your father’s soul be at peace with our Heavenly Father, Rhonda. We pray for peace and comfort for you and your loved ones at this difficult time and offer our condolences to you all. His gentle soul will always be in our hearts. The McCatherines
Chuck and Millie Eakins says
June 30, 2021 at 2:39 pmOur condolences. We will all miss your dear Richard, husband, father, grandfather, and our faithful friend. He will be missed by many. He was a
true Christian man, a wonderful father and grandfather, and just a ‘one in million’ great man. We’re so glad we were able to know Richard.