Klotz, Rick D., passed away, Sunday, October 12, 2025.  Beloved husband of the late Barbara J. Klotz (nee Eberius); dear father of Craig Klotz and Steve (Jessica) Klotz; loving grandfather of Gavin Shoemaker; our dear uncle, cousin and friend.

Rick was born and raised in Belleville, Illinois.  He met and married his wife Barbara more than 50 years ago, they shared their lives together thereafter at their home in Manchester, MO.  He was an avid sports fan and supporter of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears.  He worked for nearly 50 years in the electrical supply industry before retiring in 2018.  His proudest accomplishment was being a father to his two sons.  He will be sorely missed and never forgotten.

Services:   Memorial service at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. If desired, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society . Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.