"Dick was such a special person in my young life, when he acted as mentor to me and my classmates while we learned the art of radiography. Always professional, but with a great sense of humor. He loyally guarded his students and was a friend to all. It has never been long between times when I think of him and the family and the memories are always warm and special. We had recently returned home and I'm so sorry I didn't know about the services or visitation. Blessings to you all."
In loving memory of
Richard Hart
April 22, 2016
Richard Lowell Hart, age 77, formerly of Macomb, died in his home surrounded by his family at 6:05 p.m. on April 22, 2016 in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri.
Richard was born on February 18, 1939 in Quincy, Illinois the son of John and Mary Adair Hart. He married Janice Lamberson of Sterling, Illinois in 1961. She survives.
Richard graduated from Quincy High School in 1957, and from Moline Public Hospital's Radiology School in 1959. In 1967, the Harts moved to Macomb, Illinois where Richard worked as the Director of Radiology at McDonough District Hospital for 39 years. He served as an elder at Maple Avenue Christian Church, where he and his family were members for 46 years. Richard and Janice lived in Macomb until 2013 when they moved to Lake Saint Louis, Missouri to be near their children and grandchildren.
Richard is survived by his wife, Janice Hart; daughter, Rebecca Lynn Hart; son, Richard John Hart; and son and daughter-in-law, Brett Alan and Andrea Lee Hart. He is also survived by his four grandchildren, Grace Elizabeth Hart, Spencer Nathaniel Hart, Jonas Paul Hart, and Landon John Hart.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Norman Hart.
Service: 2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 in Maple Avenue Christian Church, Macomb, Illinois with Pastor Donnie Case officiating.
Burial: Quincy Memorial Park, Quincy, Illinois
Visitation: 1:00 - 2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 in Maple Avenue Christian Church in Macomb, Illinois.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Maple Avenue Christian Church or Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.
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"Carolyn and I were saddened to hear of the passing of your dad, Rebecca. The world is always a lesser place when a good man leaves it. We wish you and your family peace."
"With heartfelt sympathy to the family. I have vivid memories of Richard (Rich) and his family visiting my family, (Oren and Katherine Adair) on the farm on Sunday afternoons. Also a few family outings together to the State Fair, The Ozarks and St. Louis. Those were big weekends in the 40's. We'll also be forever grateful to Richard and Jan for bringing his parents to visit us in Gibson City several years ago. May his soul rest in peace."
"I always liked Richard's sense of humor and his work ethic. He loved a good joke and he was a hard worker. I met him while I was dating one of his co-workers, Carol Black. The jokes they could tell and the banter between them and Dr . Adams was so entertaining. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He will surely be missed by many. Prayers go out to his loved ones ."