Richard (Dick) E. Nehls, Sr., age 73 passed away December 23, 2018. Born in St. Louis January 16, 1945. Preceded in death by his Parents, Bud and Violia Nehls, Sister JoAnne Smith and Jo Ann Nehls, loving wife of 49 years. Left behind to honor Dicks memory are his children, Rick (Lisa) Nehls, Charlie (Stephanie) Nehls, Christine Nehls, Fred (Melissa) Nehls, Steve (Laura), Pete Nehls and Katie (Curt) Stuart. Grandchildren, great grandchildren and many friends. Dick also leaves behind his loving friend and companion Della Walz. Dick loved to spend time with his children, grandchildren, dancing and hunting and irritating his kids! In his last years he spent a lot of his time raising funds for the Alzheimer's Association in memory of his late wife Jo Nehls who fought the disease for many years before her death. Memorials to Alzheimer's Association. Visitation shall be Thursday December 27, 2018 from 4pm – 8 pm. Jay B. Smith (Maplewood) 7456 Manchester Road Maplewood, MO Funeral will be Friday December 28, 2018 at 10 am. Originating at Jay B. Smith in Maplewood and his final place of rest will be at Gateway Gardens. Tributes at jaybsmith.com