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Richard Sturtridge Obituary

RICHARD STURTRIDGE, JR. Richard Sturtridge, Jr., age 40, passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2016. Richard is survived by his parents: Richard and Roseann Sturtridge; sister, Susan (John) Wolf and loving nephews: Jonathan and Blaine Wolf; aunt, Lora Sturtridge; uncle, Dean (Barbara Zimny) Sturtridge; loving friends: Jason and Emma Kester and their children: Angelica, Brandon, Chloe and Kaitlyn; numerous cousins and friends. Richard was preceded in death by his grandparents: Haldean and Mildred Sturtridge and Andrew and Louise Ondovcsik. Richard was a graduate of Hobart High School Class of 1994 and attended Purdue University. He was a proud member of the Hobart High School 1993 State Championship Football Team and the Track Team. Richard was employed for the past 17 years as a Sales Representative with Aramark Uniform Services; previously he was a former Fitness Coordinator with Disney Corp. in Orlando, FL. Richard was an avid sports fan and classic car enthusiast. Friends may visit with the family on Friday, April 29, 2016 at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services in Merrillville, IN at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Tim Reyna officiating. Interment will take place at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens in Schererville, IN. For information, to view directions and/or sign Richard's guestbook: 219-769-3322 www.GeisenFuneralHome.com

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Published by The Times from Apr. 28 to Apr. 29, 2016.

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Sean Oller

May 2, 2016

One of the nicest guys I have been friends with. Thanks for all the laughs at the parts counter Rick.

Brian Jamroz

May 1, 2016

Ricky was a great guy and friend.I remember are youth bowling league days at stardust bowl in merriville.So sorry for the Sturtridge familys loss.He was a good friend and i will miss him.The Jamroz Family.

Ken

April 30, 2016

Ricky was special, nicest guy one can come across, always smiling, loved to talk about ball, cars, and lawn... Ricky will be missed and remembered. My deepest sympathy to his family and loved ones.

Mark Bryant

April 29, 2016

Rick was such a great guy. I only worked with him for a few years and he never failed to brighten up the day when he was around. This is such a loss to his family, friends and coworkers. He will truly be missed.

Urban Forest Products

April 29, 2016

We were so sorry to hear of Rick's untimely passing. We will miss his friendly smile and positive personality.

With heartfelt condolences,

Shirley Kester

April 28, 2016

With my deepest sympathy..loved him he will missed

Jenny Rater

April 28, 2016

Ricky was one of the nicest guys you will meet. We have been customer's of Ricky's for many years. Everyone that knew him here was deeply saddened by the loss. He often spoke of his family and had many funny stories to tell. He loved to talk about his sport memorabilia. He was quite the collector! He will be deeply missed!

Carole Boor DeReamer

April 28, 2016

Roseann and family,
So sorry to hear about your son Richard, I didn't know him, but my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family and Richard will deeply be missed.
Carole Boor DeReamer

Angelica Oropeza

April 28, 2016

Rick was not only a family friend he was like my uncle. It was never a dull moment when he was around and everytime he visited our house it was like Christmas. I will miss all of our crazy inside jokes. I just wish we could still be in the car taking our family road trip to Florida. I will miss you uncle Ricky so much and I know I've got a great angel watching over me

Marcie Lash

April 28, 2016

I extend my most sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you.... May God grant you the strength and faith to see you through this most difficult time of your lives....Memory eternal, Marcie Rolnich Lash

Mariel Tyler

April 28, 2016

Really gone to miss you, I'll miss you my buddy and my friend.

Tommi Clark

April 28, 2016

Rick was a wonderful person. We were a customer of his for many years. We always looked forward to his visit on Wednesdays, as he always had a few moments to chat and great stories to keep us laughing. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers to his family in this most difficult time.
-AJ, Tommi, and Rex Clark

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