Richard Gale

Crabtree

Richard Gale Crabtree, son of the late Archie Crabtree and Lucille Smith Crabtree, was born in Detroit, Michigan, on July 9, 1944. He departed this life at his residence on June 20, 2020, at the age of 75.

On May 1, 1961, in St. Louis, Missouri, Richard was united in marriage to Bernadine Klimkiewicz and to this union two children were born. Richard was a Veteran of the United States Navy. He was a member of the St. Peters VFW Post # 313. Richard was a hard worker and a great entrepreneur all of his life. He traveled the world with his wife, Bernadine, always by his side.  Richard enjoyed fishing, gardening, and loved to cook. His greatest joy was spending time with his family.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Michael Crabtree.

Richard is survived by his wife, Bernadine Crabtree, his son, Richard R. Crabtree of St. Peters, Missouri, his daughter, Kimberly Crabtree Beck and husband Edward of St. Louis, Missouri, one brother, Ralph Crabtree of St. Charles, Missouri, one sister, Pamela Crabtree (Zahn) of Wentzville, Missouri, and four grandchildren, Kelsey Crabtree, Ricky Crabtree, Zachary Beck and Hannah Beck. Richard will be deeply missed by a host of relatives and many friends who will mourn his passing.

Visitation: Wednesday, June 24, 2020 from 5 – 7 PM at McSpadden Funeral Home, Lesterville, Missouri

Memorial Service to follow at 7 PM

Minister: Pastor Mark Winn

In Lieu of Flowers: American Cancer Society

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Home, Lesterville, Missouri

A Graveside Service with full Military Honors will be held at a later date.