Richard Eugene Blitz, 63, of Belle, MO; born July 18, 1949 in Key West, FL; passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents William T. and Betty Jean, nee Henderson, Blitz.
He is survived by his wife Betty Jean, nee Tennyson, Blitz. His children – Bradley Blitz of Kansas City, MO; Traci Flowers of Raytown, MO; Crystal Blitz of Belle, MO. 6 grandchildren. 1 brother – Mike Blitz. 4 sisters – Tonie Ahser; Kim Kempher; Vicki Steele; Sharon Allard.
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.
Visitation: Friends may call at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL on Saturday, January 26, 2013 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Funeral: Memorial services will be held at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 2:00pm with Rev. Rebecca Williams officiating.
Interment: Burial will be held at the Marissa Township Cemetery in Marissa, IL.
To all of Rick’s kids, his wife and his siblings. It has been a long time since I have seen Rick but my deepest sympathys are with all of you. May you all find comfort in his passing. God Bless.
Posted by: Shelby McDaniel – Corning, AR – sister in law Jan 26, 2013
Dad I will never forget what you taught me! Mom is gonna be taken care of I promise! You may not of been the most perfect father but i can tell you this you were perfect for us and i will always treasure the memories we all had together! Until we meet again, I love you dad with all my heart and ill never let you go!!
Posted by: Tracy Flowers – Raytown, MO – Daughter Jan 29, 2013
Richard was a kind hearted man and very loved by all. He had an amazing personality, that I will never forget. He will be deeply missed. Love and Miss ya Rick. Rest in Paradise.
Posted by: Rea Valley – Porterville, CA – Friend of Family Feb 02, 2013