Raymond "Ray" H. Dirck

Raymond "Ray" H. Dirck, of Troy, MO, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025, at the age of 87. Loving husband of the late Mary G. Dirck; beloved son of the late Ira and Ellen Dirck; devoted father of Kim Cambron, Nancy (Mike) Bess, and Tim Dirck; cherished grandfather of Jimmy Cambron, Jacob Cambron, Jason Cambron, Heather Cambron, Hailey Bess, and Spencer Bess; uncle, cousin and friend to many. Ray is also preceded in death by his siblings Edwin (Helen) Dirck, Fred Dirck, Dorothy (Robert) Bruce, and Doris (Lindell) Rhodes.

Ray proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a 32nd Degree Mason and a member of Woodmen of the World. Ray worked as an expediter at McDonnell Douglas and was the proud owner of R&D Service. He balanced both roles with dedication, taking pride in his hands-on work and the many people he met along the way. Ray often welcomed new challenges and was always expanding his craft to assist and help others. Known for his caring nature, he always put others first and was a constant source of support and guidance for his children and grandchildren. He cherished time at the Lake of the Ozarks with family and friends and was known for his talent in the kitchen. Ray was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Memorials may be made in Ray's name to the Alzheimer's Association.