Richard Edwin (Dick) Vogel, Age: 90
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Jun 13, 1931---Aug 20, 2021

Richard Edwin (Dick) Vogel, entered the kingdom of his Heavenly Father on Friday evening August 20, 2021, while hospitalized in comfort care following pneumonia and admission to critical care. He was 90 years of age. His public visitation will be from 4-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25 at Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS. His funeral service will follow on Thursday, August 26 at 10 a.m. also at Porter Funeral Home in Lenexa. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in northern Kansas City, KS.  

Richard will be lovingly remembered & missed by his three children and their families: son Kevin & Patti Vogel of Blue Eye, MO, daughter Teresa & Lowell Ghosey of Broken Arrow, OK, and daughter Kristen & Bill Brentlinger of Kincaid, KS.  He also leaves fond memories to four grandchildren-- grandson Damon Dombrowski, Amanda and their family of Peculiar, MO; grandson Nathan Vogel of Belton, MO; granddaughter Lauren Bradley, Adam and their family of Jenks, OK; granddaughter Morgan Rich & Brian of Broken Arrow, OK. His family also includes 7 great-grandchildren: Zander, Tatum, and Merrick Dombrowski; Quinn and Reese Bradley; Austin Tate; and Talia Radday.

His family takes comfort in knowing Richard will be forever reunited with other family members he joins in paradise, including his wife Joyce, brothers Marvin and Charles, sister Jean, granddaughters Tatum Marie Dombrowski, and Caitlin Marie Vogel, Richard’s & Joyce’s parents, other relatives, and many friends.

Richard grew up in KCKS, with his siblings, father, and stepmother. He graduated from Wyandotte High School in 1949, where he was a member of the track team. There also he met the love of his life, Joyce Lorraine Carlson whom he would in marry in 1951. He was a proud military veteran of the U.S. Navy, and was based in Virginia. Following the service to his country, Richard and Joyce returned to Kansas City, KS. where they raised their family. His working career was with the Gas Service Company in management both in Kansas City, KS and Liberty, MO. 

Richard was a faithful member of Saint Luke Lutheran Church in KCK for over 70 years, where he and Joyce were married, as were all three of their children. He served with Sunday School, outreach, and on various volunteer boards over the years.

After an active and healthy retirement, his final few years saw a steady health decline that accelerated with a stroke in 2018, which resulted in his move to Morningside of Branson Meadows assisted living in Branson, MO nearer to Kevin’s home.  He received very good care at the facility and became a favorite of staff members & residents. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests any donations in Richard’s honor & memory be directed to Saint Luke Lutheran Church, 722 Reynolds Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, 66101.


Condolences

Tammy Cross Aug 23, 2021

Niece ,Frederick

So many happy memories of Uncle Dick. He was always so loving to me and I knew how much he genuinely cared about me. I feel so blessed God put him in my life and that of my husband and children. He was a constant steady in my life through so many hard times. I am beyond grateful for all the visits and help along the way. Uncle Dick exemplified what it meant to live a life that served others before himself. I will cherish every happy moment I have of him and Aunt Joyce. I know he is so very happy to be with his sweet bride as he would call her.

Frank Cross Aug 23, 2021

Nephew by Marriage ,Frederick ,Maryland

Uncle Dick was a great father figure and friend to me. He was always kind to me and my family. Uncle Dick’s faith and love of God and people shone through every thing he did. And, he was always willing to help anyone in need. It is an honor and privilege to have known and loved Uncle Dick and to have his love in return.

Laura & Tom Baack Aug 24, 2021

Sister in Christ ,Shawnee ,Kansas

We became friends with Dick and Joyce when I was called into ministry at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, KCK. They both were so devoted to serving their Lord in many areas. I was blessed to have them volunteer (two of the best 😊) with Vacation Bible School, Children’s Christmas programs and Midweek Christian Education. Dick was so loving, kind and patient with the children. It was so helpful to have him take a child who needed individual attention and know just what that child needed. Dick was devoted to Joyce and all the family. I learned a lot from watching Dick & Joyce as a couple, as parents & grandparents. I thank God for the blessing of this wonderful Christian man. He has won the victory over sin and death. He is now rejoicing with the Lord and other loved ones. We who believe in Jesus as Lord and Savior will be reunited again one day in Heaven. Prayers for comfort and peace for the family are lifted up to the Lord.

Fred Henik Aug 24, 2021

Shephard center of Kansas City KS. ,Shawnee ,Kansas

Sorry to hear the news about Dick. We spent lots of time together working for the Shephard center.

Deborah Saunders Kidwll Aug 24, 2021

Step Uncle ,Lenexa ,Kansas

Uncle Richard was one of the kindest, sweetest men I’ve known. His father Louis was married to my grandmother Belle. He was the only grandfather we knew. Richard and my mother Alice we’re step siblings. He was such a nice man, we will all miss him.

Linda Rowe Aug 25, 2021

Worked with Dick ,Platte City ,Missouri

Sure am sorry to hear of the passing of Dick. He was my first boss when I worked at The Gas Service Company at the Independence, MO office. Wonderful boss, and really "showed me the ropes." Which I guess that it took, because I retired from the gas company after 43 years. He lovingly talked about his family, and was so proud of his children. Dick was a very special man, and I am very grateful that I got to work with him, and call him a good friend. My prayers to his family!!

Services

Event:
Visitation
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia St.
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Aug 25, 2021
Time:
4:00 PM
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Event:
Funeral Service
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia St.
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Aug 26, 2021
Time:
10:00 AM
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