Richard V. Eaves

September 22, 1936 - January 21, 2021

Eaves, Richard V., of Cedar Hill, Missouri, was born September 22, 1936, in St. Louis, Missouri to Buford Eaves and Mabel Emma (nee Hawks) Govro and entered into rest Thursday, January 21, 2020 at the age of 84 years, 3 months and 30 days. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Marie (nee Burch) Married on May 11, 1957, two (2) daughters, Brenda (Jim) Light of Hamilton, Ohio and Beverly (Rick) Stochl of Imperial, Missouri, five (5) grandchildren, Amy (Chris) Michael, Bridget (Zach) Reitz, Andrew (Lindsey) Roberts, Brooke Stochl and Brock Stochl, ten (10) great grandchildren, brother (2) siblings, Janis (Dick) Lynch and Jimmy Govro, along with many other family members and friends. Richard was a loving husband, a dedicated father, and wonderful “Pops” to his grandchildren. He enjoyed going fishing and dancing. Richard was a mechanic and retired from Pevely Dairy. He liked history, especially Civil War history. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation Saturday, February 6, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m. at CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri. Interment at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hootie’s Rescue Haven 2456 Highway TT Saint Clair, Missouri 63077 or to the American Heart Association Midwest Affiliate 3816 Paysphere Circle Chicago, IL 60674. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.