Politics & Government

Tim Rajchart, Water Department Director, Dies at 58

Kirkwood Water Department Director Tim Rajchart died Sunday after suffering a heart attack. Rajchart began his career with the city in 1978.

The following information was submitted by the City of Kirkwood.

Tim Rajchart, City of Kirkwood’s Water Department Director, died suddenly on Sunday, after suffering a heart attack. Tim was 58 years old and had been with the city for 34 years.

Tim began his career Feb. 27, 1978, as a meter repair/plant operator. On Sept. 17, 1979, he was promoted to Leadman of Support Services. On Dec. 29, 1986, Tim was promoted to Acting Water Department Director and then to Department Director on April 6, 1987.

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Tim is survived by his wife Karen and their two daughters. Funeral arrangements will be posted on the city's website when they are available, the city says in a statement.

Visitation for Tim will be Thursday from 3-8 p.m. at . The memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday also at Bopp Chapel. 

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