Richard C. Gastel, 84, of Jasper, Missouri passed away Thursday, October 5, 2017 at his home.
He was born March 13, 1933 in Barton County, Missouri to Leonard and Gladys (Patterson) Gastel. He was a farmer and an Army veteran of the Korean War. Richard was a member of the American Legion and a member of the Oakton United Methodist Church
Richard was united in marriage to Ellen Morris Rives on July 12, 2002. She survives of the home. Other survivors include five step-children, J.B. Simpson, Liz Thompson, Deanna Brainerd, Ed Rives, and Ben Rives, three brothers, James (Jeannie) Gastel of Jasper, MO., Dwight (Kay) Gastel of Golden City, MO., and Kenny (Arvilla) Gastel of Rock Island, Illinois, two sisters, Doris (Ray) Little, and Janet (Steve) Diggs both of Lamar, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers, Keith Gastel, Gary Gastel, and Larry Gastel.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at 2:00 P.M.. at the Oakton United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends on Monday. October 9, 2017 from 6:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Weng Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Lamar, MO.. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Avalon Hospice , or Oakton United Methodist Church Operation Christmas Child.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Weng Funeral Chapel. Online condolences can be made at Weng Funeral Chapel.com.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Weng Funeral Chapel. Online condolences can be made at Weng Funeral Chapel.com.
Im his ex daughter in law. He was a wonderful man. I had no idea he passed as i live in Georgia now. I will forever cherish the memories of the farm and eating watermelon with him and Jim in the middle of the field. Rest In Peace Dad G...you are very special in my heart
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