Richard E. “Rick” Sizemore, 76, of Cassville, Mo., passed away Monday, August 14, 2023, at his home.

He was born January 4, 1947, in Kewanee, Ill. the son of Raymond and Florence (Haptonstall) Sizemore, who preceded him in death.

Also preceding him in death was one brother, William “Ray” Sizemore; one sister, Vickie Scalbeck; one granddaughter, Angel Dawn Sizemore; one sister-inlaw, Cindy Sizemore and one brother-in-law, Bill Clesson.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley M. Olander; two sons, Troy D. Sizemore of Cassville, Mo. and Trevis M. Sizemore of Cassville, Mo.; one daughter, Tara M. (Dan) Miller of Springfield, Mo.; ten grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one brother, Kevin (Diane) Sizemore and four sisters, Sandra (Mike) Blank, Barbara (Sam) Gray, Terri Clesson and Kathy (John) Henry.

He grew up and attended school in Lafayette, Ill. graduating from Lafayette High School. After graduation he joined the United States Army serving from February 16, 1966, until September 9, 1966. He was employed by Walmart as a truck driver for 30 years from where he retired. He was a member of Corinth Baptist Church.

Services with Military Honors were held Friday, August 18, 2023 at Corinth Baptist Church in Cassville, under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Pastor Donnie Spears conducted the services.

Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society in memory of Rick.