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Though I only met Dick Schwent a few times over the past 35 years, I feel I knew him well through the remarkable man he raised, his son John. The last time we spoke, I told Dick how he had shaped an extraordinary person in John—someone with unwavering integrity, passion, creative problem-solving, and a trustworthiness that shines on every level. John’s strength and character reflect the love and values instilled by his family. I also cherished hearing about the adventures Dick shared with his...

David Carrithers

July 09, 2025 | Saint Louis, MO | Friend

Richard's Obituary

Schwent, Richard Joseph Jr., passed away, Sunday, July 6, 2025 at the age of 98.Beloved husband of 62 years of the late Joan Schwent (nee DuBouchet). Dear father of Michelle Schwent, Richard Schwent III and John (Denice) Schwent. Loving grandfather of Aaron(Jessica) and Ryan (Angela) Schwent. Great-grandfather of Luke Schwent. Brother of the late Kenneth Schwent. Brother-in-law of Alene Schwent.

Services: Funeral Service at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road, Ballwin, Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home from 8:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 10:00 a.m. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.

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