Richard T. Winkler, 68, of Festus died Oct. 25, 2026, at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Crystal City. Mr. Winkler worked as a financial advisor at Boeing. He loved spending time with friends and family, especially watching his grandchildren grow and learn. He also enjoyed time with his dogs, Buster and Bailey. Passionate about the outdoors, he devoted countless hours to his garden, where he grew all sorts of vegetables that he shared with others. His farm in Bloomsdale held a special place in his heart, and he loved deer and goose hunting. He cherished the annual getaways he took with loved ones to Lake Michigan for salmon fishing adventures. While he enjoyed all kinds of sports, one of his proudest achievements was coaching his daughter's soccer team, during which they captured multiple CSMAC championships. He will be remembered for enjoying life. Born Feb. 27, 1958, in St. Louis, he was the son of the late Raymond and Elaine (Murphy) Winkler.
He is survived by his wife: Kathy (Cordia) Winkler of Festus; two children: Ashley (Matt) Scaglione of South St. Louis County and Kyle Winkler of De Soto; three grandchildren: MacKenzie Campagna, Luca Scaglione and Jonah Scaglione; three siblings: Terry Winkler of Overland Park, Kan., Debby (Joe) Gabris of St. Louis and David Winkler of St. Louis; and a sister-in-law: Brenda Winkler of St. Louis.
He was preceded in death by a son: Ty Cordia Winkler; and three brothers: Robert, Douglas and Roger Winkler.
Visitation is scheduled from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home, 220 N. Main St., in De Soto. A funeral Mass is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 504 S. Third St., in De Soto. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery in De Soto. Arrangements are under the direction of Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home.