Novak, Richard A. “Shady” Thursday April 3, 2025. Beloved husband of Elizabeth T. Novak (nee Gebhart). Dear father of Kimberly (Craig) Dixon and Michael (Tiffany) Novak. Dear grandfather of Kayley Dixon, Tyler Dixon, Michael Novak Jr. and Nora Novak. Dear brother of Paul Novak and Carey Novak. Our dear brother-in-law, uncle and friend.
Richard served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1974 until 1978 and was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan. He was an avid fisherman and golfer and enjoyed barbequing.
Memorial visitation at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd., Monday, April 14 from 4-8 p.m. Then Tuesday, April 15, 10 a.m. procession from Kutis to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery for 10:30 a.m. committal service. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Louis Children’s Hospital appreciated.
He was the best guy, friend and neighbor I have ever known! Loved that I could “Dish it out to him” and he would “Dish it right back!” We will miss his sarcasm that always was followed by something nice-even if he may not have believed it. We are going to miss you Big Guy! You will never be replaced. ❤️
I had the pleasure of teaching Rick when he was in high school. He was every teacher’s dream. His kindness was the main thing I noticed about him. He was a popular student, and he was liked by both teachers and students. His family has my deepest sympathy.
I’ll miss our Wednesdays at the golf course talking sports, politics, cooking and in general solving the world’s problems. Only knew him for a few years. But the memories are lasting. Big hug to the family.
To my brother,
Thank you for:
– Wrestling matches in the back yard.
– Neighborhood softball games.
– Helping make lunch during the summer days, when both parents worked.
– Giving me my first cigarette (oh well).
– Letting me join the Saturday league bowling team.
– Teaching me to fish, traveling to those lakes by bike or an old Rambler, and
then taking me again when Dad died.
– Committing minor acts of juvenile vandalism, but never crossing the line.
– Giving me your clothes, furniture, and my first bed for college.
– Showing the importance of a happy family (kids to grandkids) and
neighbors.
– All those wonderful afternoons in your backyard for pool, BBQ, beer, and
cocktails.
– Always wanting to debate and argue for 30 years but never, ever, having me
leaving with any ill feelings.
For all of this I am forever grateful and will miss you dearly. But I’ll see you at the fishing lake someday.
Your brother, Carey
I am so very sorry to hear about Rick.
I have many, many fond memories of him. He suffered enough. May he rest in peace.
I hope you have the strength to go through his service and carry on with your life. May God be in your families hearts
as you all deal with this Sorrow. With Love and memories.
Connie McCauley
I will miss working with Rich on Wednesday’s at the golf course, I learned a lot from him , thanks for being my friend