Pipe Fitters Local 533

Member Death Notices

(157) Richard N. Sams, 85, of Independence, MO passed away July 28, 2026. He was initiated October 3, 1989, and retired March 29, 2002. He’s had over 35 years of dedicated service. He is survived by his wife, Linda, son, Steven Sams, who proudly follows in his father’s footsteps, is a Local 533 Pipefitter, daughter, Vera Lande and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His service was held August 4, 2026, at Newcomers Noland Road Chapel on Noland Rd. Condolences here.

(156) Lawrence E. Hahn, 98, one month shy of his 99th birthday, passed away on July 27, 2026. He was originally initiated April 11, 1951, took an Honorable Withdrawal June 30, 1960, reinstated April 6, 1961, retired August 25, 1988, and became a Life Member April 6, 2011, having been a member for 65 years, a proud and dedicated member to his craft and union brotherhood. He is survived by his son, Fred Hahn, a Local 533 Pipefitter, and a daughter, Pamela Hahn of Raytown MO. Per the family’s wishes, there will be no funeral service, and he will be cremated.

(155) Thomas F. Moylan, 84, passed away on July 24, 2026. He was initiated on April 7, 1969, retired on April 1, 2004, and became a Life Member on April 7, 2019, remaining a proud and dedicated member for 57 years. He is survived by his sons, Ernie Moylan, Luke Moylan, Stephen Moylan and Tommy Moylan, the latter three of whom are Local 533 Pipefitters—and three daughters, Rita Anne Noel, Cathy Flake and Mary Heide; a brother, William Moylan; a sister, Sr. Ann Moylan; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Among the grandchildren are Sean and Joe Noel, who are both Local 533 Pipefitters. The Rosary will be prayed at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, July 29, at the Schneider Funeral Home, LaCygne Chapel located at 202 N 4th St., Lacygne, KS 66040. Visitation will follow the Rosary until 7:00 PM. The Mass will be held Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, located at 722 W Main St. Mound City, KS 66056. Condolences may be left here.