Raymond is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Patricia Dierkes; beloved children, Lisa (Raymond) Yaeger, Tammy Atkins, Tasha (Scott) Fischer; dear grandchildren, Ryan Yaeger, Chase Yaeger, Arielle Atkins, Gage Moeckel, Jacob Naucke, Chloe Fischer and great grandchildren Novah, Lylah, Frankie, and Sebastian. He was proceeded in death by his great-grandson AJ.
Raymond was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was an avid reader of science fiction and lover of classic rock. He enjoyed hiking and being outdoors. Raymond retired after 38 years from Millipore Sigma.
Raymond dearly loved his family. He was known to constantly brag about his children and grandchildren. His love for and from his family filled his heart to the point it was no longer able to keep up. While he is missed we can’t forget how he loved us.
A visitation for Raymond will be held Sunday, March 10, 2019 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Hoffmeister South County Chapel, 1515 Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO 63125. The funeral service will be Monday, March 11, 2019 at 12:00 PM, in the funeral home chapel. Following the funeral the interment is scheduled for 1 PM at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, 2900 Sheridan Rd, St Louis, MO 63125.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HoffmeisterSouthCounty.com for the Dierkes family.