Obituaries
Richard J. Alesch Jr.
February 19, 1944 - January 25, 2022
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VISITATION
January 28, 2022 | 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. - Yurs Funeral Home Geneva
- Funeral
- January 29, 2022 | 10:30 A.M. Saturday
- St. John Neumann Catholic Church St. Charles
Richard J. Alesch, 77, of Wheaton, passed away peacefully at Maple Glen Memory Care, Glen Ellyn, on January 25, 2022 after a long journey with Parkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia. He was surrounded by family.
Richard was born on February 19, 1944 in Ogden, Utah, to his parents, Richard and Joanne (Griesenbrock) Alesch. He was preceded in death by his brother, Peter H. Alesch.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Barbara Alesch; daughter Tracy E. (James) Legner of Geneva, IL; son Steven R. Alesch of Walnut Creek, CA; and two grandchildren, Giana and William Legner of Geneva, IL; as well as many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Richard graduated from Kent State with a B.S. in Business. After graduation, he married Barbara on December 23, 1967. He soon enlisted in the Army and was active during the Vietnam War.
After returning stateside, Richard resumed his career in sales. Following his career involved many family moves to Virginia, Germany, Ohio, Michigan, Texas, and finally settling in Illinois. He loved exploring new places and was always ready for an adventure.
Richard was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, who lived his life for his family. He and Barbara were active members of St. John Neumann, St. Charles. He enjoyed serving at church, reading, golf, bowling, petanque, singing, and dancing with his bride. He will always be remembered for his hard work ethic, faith, and love of family and friends.
A visitation will be held on Friday, January 28, 2022 at Yurs Funeral Home in Geneva, IL, from 4 to 7 pm. The funeral mass will be on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at St. John Neumann, St. Charles, at 10:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation at www.parkinson.org.
Online memorials and condolences may be left at www.yursfuneralhomes.com.
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Dean Nusbau from Palm Beach Gardens, FL
"Dick has been my friend since high and I am so sad to learn that he has died. Ken and I cherish the memories of our visit with Dick, Barb and Tracy in Wheaton and I treasure the parking ticket Steve put on my car years before that. To the Alesch family we send our love and sympathy. Dean & Ken"
Lynn Ducar from North Aurora, IL
"Such a dear man. So loving, accepting, always welcoming"
Ron Katz from Denver, CO
"I have great memories of Dick from our school days in Findlay, Ohio. He was a good friend and always upbeat and fun. My sympathies go out to his family for their loss. RIP Richard."
Jan and Roger Duet from North Aurora , IL
"Dick was always in great spirits when we saw him at St John Newman Church. He greater us with a smile!! Dick will be a great angle in our lives. Rest In Peace 🙏🏽"
Linda Brown from Dallas, TX
"May his memories be forever in your hearts as a reminder of his love and teaching.Re-member him in your thoughts and deeds, to honor the person who is now beyond your reach.Prayers for comfort as you grieve his absence."
Matthew Thien from Carrollton, IL
"My condolences to the Alesch family on your loss. I have many great memories of playing golf with Dick, Pete, and Al. It was always a great time with that group. Dick was one in a million."