In Remembrance Of
Richard Pendleton
Richard Pendleton, 70, of Smithville, MO passed away, March 2, 2026.
He was born on April 3, 1955 to Robert and Eula Faye (Wright) Pendleton in Atlanta, GA. Richard graduated from Smithville High School in 1973.
On July 12, 1974 he was united in marriage to Irene Fletcher. After their marriage they lived in Smithville where they made their home.
Richard worked at Kindred Chevrolet and retired as the service manager. He attended Grace Community Church in Smithville. Richard was an avid hunter and fisherman.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Eula Faye Pendleton.
Richard is survived by his wife, Irene; children, Rebecca Pendleton-Meek and husband, James and Jeffrey Pendleton and wife Becky and Samantha Pendleton; grandchildren, RJ, Izzy, and Brooke; other relatives and many friends.
Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, March 6th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville.
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 7th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville.
Burial: Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely, MO.
Donations may be made to the Ridgely Cemetery
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Service Details
Ridgely Cemetery, Ridgely, MO.
6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, March 6th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville.
11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 7th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville.
Comments & condolences
8 comments
Angela (Edwards) Curtis
Jeff, sending my condolences to you and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Vickie (Butcher) Carnine
May peace and comfort surround you and your family during this time.
Terri Ogden
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Richard was one of my most favorite patients. He was a wise man. He taught me to believe when I didn’t think there was a chance. We all will carry him and Irene in our hearts.
Paul Porter
So sorry to hear. I was a couple years older than him but knew him well in school. Praying for his family.
Valerie W. Helm
Richard was in my class. He was always so nice. Our condolences to Irene and children.
Dan and Valerie Helm
Lisa Barber
Sending love and prayers for peace to Irene and her family❤️
John and Lisa Barber and Family
Kris (Reisinger) ward
So sorry for you loss. He was my brother Mark’s friend and a neighbor. Prayers
Mari & Randy Owen
So very sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I just saw him less than a week ago.
Our thoughts and prayers for all of Richard’s loved ones.