Richard Pesenko Obituary

RICHARD H. PESENKO HAMMOND/FISHERS, IN

Richard H. Pesenko, 76 of Fishers, IN, formerly of Hammond and Winfield, IN, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, March 16, 2013. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Carol (nee Engel); loving father of Richard (Tamara) of Grand Prairie, TX and David (Valerie) of Fishers, IN; adoring grandpa of Aaron "Big Boy", Natalie "Peanut", Kennedy "Princess" and Alexandra "Pumpkin"; cherished brother of Raymond (Donna) of Winfield, IN and William (Susan) of Chicago; dearest brother-in- law of Paulette (Robert) Sochacki; dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. at the Baran Funeral Home, 1235-119th St., Whiting. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whiting with the Rev. John E. Kalicky, C.PP.S., officiating. Interment at St. John Cemetery, Hammond. Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The St. John Rosary Society, together with members of the parish will offer prayers at the funeral home on Wednesday at 4:15 p.m. Rich Pesenko was born on May 25, 1936 in Whiting, Indiana to Wasil and Ilona Pesenko and was a lifelong resident of the Calumet Region. He was a graduate of Whiting High School, Class of 1954 and was a U.S. Navy veteran. Rich was a very active member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whiting where he had served on the parish council, was a lector, commentator, Eucharistic Minister, "Pirohi Maker" and was a volunteer at the St. John Rectory for 22 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Pope John XXIII Council 1696 (prayers Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.) and the 4th Degree, Abraham Lincoln General Assembly. Rich was a member of the American Legion, Allied Post 369 who will post colors at the funeral home on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. and conduct military honors at the cemetery, Thursday. He was a member of "Golden Times" and had served as a board member. Politically active, Rich was a member of the Hammond Democratic Organization and had served as a precinct committeeman for 20 years. He was a former employee of Inland Steel, Youngstown Steel and the Standard Oil Whiting Refinery. Rich was a retiree of General Mills, Chicago, with a service of 27 years. He loved working around his yard and deck but most of all, Rich valued the time he spent with his children and grandchildren. A devoted husband, father and grandpa, he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. "Love You All". www.baranfh.com (219) 659-4400


Published by The Times from Mar. 19 to Mar. 20, 2013.
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Dear Carol & Family,
so sad to hear of the passing of Rich, we send our deepest sympathy. The ole neighborhood in Hammond has another star watching over us all.
Pete & Linda Strezo

March 23, 2013

Carol, so sorry to read of Richard's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Susan Strain, St. Thomas More

March 22, 2013

Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. I too remember staying at his house with Jim Anderson and meeting Bear the dog. It was only fitting that his Bears beat our heavily favored Colts as I remember your Dad told us the Bears would win. The few times I was in his presence at the various family events I always noticed the sincere effection and love he showed to his family and especially his grandkids Alex and Kennedy. I truly did take note if his example of how to be a true family man. I know he will be sorely missed.

Dave, Jenny, Emma , and Sam Frye

March 20, 2013

A good friend like Rich, are the rare jewels of life and impossible to replace. He has touched our lives in a million wonderful ways, and so his passing has made us enormously sad. We wish we could have been there Carol to hold your hand, and to hug your wonderful sons. Our thoughts and prayers are there with you every moment.

Cindy Dreesen & Anne Jurbala

March 19, 2013

Dave and family, Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. We are keeping you close in thought and prayer. My fondest memory is when we stayed over at your Dad's house with Dave Frye in 2000. He took care of us with plenty of great food and drinks. He made me feel very welcome. Will definitely miss him.

Love Jim and Paula

March 19, 2013

to Val,Dave,Kennedy,and Alex---Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We extend our sympathies and prayers to all of you. Memories will help you through these tough times. God Bless you all. love Mary and Jerald We are sorry we will not be able to attend the funeral services, but you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

March 19, 2013

Dave, Val, Alex & Kennedy -- we are thinking of you, sending prayers.
~The Castellani's

March 19, 2013

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Laura (Gajewski) Wright

March 19, 2013

Carol & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of Rich's passing. He was a good man he made people feel very comfortable and a very hard worker for St John Baptist who are going to miss him dearly. If it wasn't for Joanne "O" I probably would of never gotten to know you both which I am grateful for that. I am so sorry that I will not be able to attend Rich's wake but you all will be in my prayers. God has gained another tropper. Rest in Peace Rich.

Bonnie Ubik

March 19, 2013

Dave and Val, thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. Please give your mom a hug for us.

Jenny and Steve McAvoy

March 19, 2013

Dear Carol and Family;
My deepest sympathy to all of you, so many fond memories of Rich in North Hammond, may your memories of Rich keep him alive in spirit. God Bless all of you.

Cindy Bajda

March 19, 2013

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