With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Richard "Dick" Heorman. He was born in Benton, KS, on 8 September 1938 and passed away on 26 October 2023. Richard was a beloved member of the Knob Noster, Missouri, community for 49 years. He was a beacon of resilience, dedicated service, and profound love.

Richard was a decorated member of the United States Air Force and a proud Vietnam Veteran. After serving 20 years, he retired as a MSgt. He was a B-52 Tail-gunner, a Missile Technician and a Precision Measuring Equipment Laboratory Technician. He received numerous decorations including the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal with one silver oak leaf cluster. After retiring from the military, he worked at Bendix for several years as a Quality Control Engineer.

Richard's commitment to service and country, was only surpassed by his devotion to family. He married his first love Marie Wells on 24 September 1960 and was lucky enough to find love a second time. He married his loving wife, Gail Gifford, on 24 August 2002. Both partnerships were a beautiful testament to the power of love, commitment, and sacrifice.

Richard was passionate about living life to the fullest and enjoyed many hobbies. He loved to travel, fish, hunt, and had a true passion for gold prospecting and gem mining. He was an avid athlete and sports enthusiast who loved coaching and watching his kids, their friends, and his grandchildren participate in various activities.

Those who knew Richard well, knew he was a man of extraordinary character. He was always seen with a smile on his face and was known for his love of bib overalls. He was a great story teller and gave advice that touched many hearts. His legacy is imprinted on the hearts of all those he touched with his kindness, wisdom, and love.

Richard is survived by his loving wife, Gail, his children; Kevin (Lily) Heorman, Deanna Price, Lisa (Tim) Moore, Tom (Cassie) Nevins, as well as, 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and his best friends, Art Chesley and Lee Deitrick. He also leaves behind his siblings; Rose Williams, Wayne Heorman, and Mary Mcllwain. He joins his first love, Marie and his parents, Floyd and Elsie Heorman, who preceded him in death.

Please join us to celebrate Richard's life at Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home, 617 North Maguire Street, Warrensburg, Missouri, 64093, for visitation on Thursday, 02 November 2023 from 630-8 pm. The funeral service will be held at the same location on Friday, 03 November 2023 at 11 am, followed by the graveside service at Missouri Veterans Cemetery, 20109 Bus, MO-13, Higginsville, Missouri, 64037 at 1 pm.

The family would like to extend an invitation to gather for a meal after graveside service at VFW Post 4195, 56 NE D Highway, Knob Noster, Missouri at 3 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in honor of Richard.