Richard Michael Midles Obituary

We announce the death of Richard Michael Midles (Springfield, Missouri), who passed away on September 25, 2026, at the age of 79. Richard will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Michael Midles to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Betty Jane Neuhart (Wells) and Richard "Dick" Midles. He is survived by: his children, Michele Thiesfeld (John) of Chicago and Bob Midles (Maria); his granddaughters, Lauren Thiesfeld Pereira (Joe), Lindsey Thiesfeld Katz (Sam), Hannah Midles, Megan Thiesfeld and Hailey Midles; his great grandchild Luke Pereira; his brother Jim Midles of Bolivar; and his family Mike.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Pitts Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 at 12:15 PM at the Lindley Creek Cemetery.

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