Knichel, Richard "Nick", of St. Peters, Missouri, died on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at the age of 92. Loving husband of Zelphia C. Knichel (NEE: LaVenture); beloved son of the late Elmer and Bertha Knichel; cherished brother of John (Shirley) Knichel; dear friend of Sandi Reed and Ralph & Carol Barton; loving uncle, cousin and friend to many. He is preceded in death by his brothers: Bobby Knichel, Buddy Knichel and Bill Knichel.