Raymond Joseph Hric, 87, of the St. Louis area passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026.
Raymond was born on April 10, 1939, in Pardee, VA. He graduated from Appalachia, VA in 1957 and VA Tech in Blacksburg 1962. Following graduation he entered the United States Air Force, where he trained as a navigator on a B52. He Captain. After Military service, he went to work for the Defense Mapping Agency Aerospace Center (DMAAC) until he retired in 1994.
He was a sports enthusiast, enjoying softball, basketball, the Cardinals, both baseball and football. After he left DMAAC, he enjoyed building projects and outdoor work; he also took great pleasure in painting, woodworking, stained glass, and diamond-dot artwork.
Raymond is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Joan Dougas Hric. He is survived by children: sons, Jeffrey (Carol); Christopher (Sally}; Sherry (Joe) Poffel; Karen (Steve) Todd; Amanda (Steve) Albers; and Sarah (Jamie) Harger all in Missouri. He had many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Raymond is survived by 2 brothers; Paul in VA and Bruce (Lorraine) in NC and his sisters, Irene of Texas and Pat Murray of Louisiana, along with other loving family members.
Raymond was preceded in death by his sisters Nell Wells and Anne Taylor.
Raymond will be remembered for his dedication to his country, his love of family and his many interests and talents.
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