Richard Hagedorn

Richard Martin Hagedorn, 86, of Cape Girardeau passed away peacefully with his family by his side Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, at Southeast Hospital.

He was born Sept. 12, 1935, in St. Louis to the late Elmer and Teresa Martin Hagedorn.

Richard graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1953. He then attended Southeast Missouri State College, before honorably serving as a medic in the U.S. Naval Reserve.

Richard and Doris Cauble were united in marriage Oct. 27, 1956, at St. Mary's Cathedral.

He began his career as a meat cutter at Child's Foodliner, followed by a sales career for Mayrose Meat Packing. He then joined the family business, working alongside his wife and sons as the owner and operator of Cauble and Field Wholesale Grocery and Produce until his retirement.

Richard was a faithful and dedicated member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. He was a role model for all as a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who loved spending time with his family.

He loved traveling with his family and especially enjoyed boating with them on Kentucky Lake. He had a life-long passion for woodworking, good music and dancing with Doris. His favorite pastime was cheering on his sons and grandchildren from the stands at their numerous activities. He took tremendous pride in their accomplishments.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Doris Hagedorn; sons, Rick (Kim) Hagedorn of Cape Girardeau and Ryan (Amy) Hagedorn of Lake St. Louis, Missouri; grandchildren, Mark (Rachel) Hagedorn, Megan (Chuck) Fisher, Blake (Sydney) Hagedorn and Lauren, Jacob and Luke Hagedorn, as well as his great-grandchildren, Landon and Addison Fisher and Isla Hagedorn. Other survivors are sisters, Carol O'Hayon and Diane (Steve) Johnston, and a brother, David Hagedorn. His legacy will live in the hearts and minds of those that loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert Hagedorn.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at St. Vincent de Paul Church.

The funeral Mass will begin at 1 p.m. Friday with the Rev. Rick Jones officiating. Burial will follow at the Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Notre Dame Regional High School, St. Vincent de Paul Church or Southeast Cancer Center.

Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be shared at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.