Richard-Arendt-Obituary

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Richard J. Arendt

Niles, Illinois

Aug 29, 1952 – Dec 24, 2025

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BORN
August 29, 1952
DIED
December 24, 2025
LOCATION
Niles, Illinois

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Skaja Terrace Funeral Home - Niles Obituary

Richard J. Arendt, age 73, of Park Ridge, dearest son of the late Richard and Susan Arendt; loving companion of Marge Falendysz; dear brother of Maureen (Michael) Jury, Robert Arendt and Regina (Mark) Rue; fond grandfather, uncle and friend of many. Visitation Monday 9:30 am. until the time of...

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Friends for 40 years. Will sure miss you Rich.

So sorry to hear about cousin Richard’s passing. Sending Prayers, love and respect to his siblings and close family. May he rest in Peace with his Heavenly relatives. ❤

Richard was one of a kind. I met him through the iconic piano player and vocal teacher, Ruth Allyn, and through her I became friends with Rich. I was in my early 20s and struggling financially when Rich offered me a job cleaning his office. For a while, I became part of the office crew, and during that time I learned so much from him—especially about business and the importance of clients.
Rich was brilliant. He could read upside down, finish every crossword puzzle, and had an incredible...

I enjoyed playing for you, your friendship and our musical visits. May you continue to sing with the angels. R.I.P. My Friend.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Will miss you Rich!

I used to go to Sabatino’s and hear Richard singing “Old Man River”, If Ever I would leave you”, Ghost riders in the Sky” or “Younger Than springtime”. Such a booming lovely voice. He cared for his companion and so I saw him infrequently. Sorry to hear of his passing. Miss him so deeply.

You were a great guy Rich, you will be tremendously missed. My deepest sympathy to your family.

I’m so very sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathies to you and your family

My heart felt sympathy to the family
of Richard's death. He was able to
provide the guidance my husband
Steen and I needed to sell business
in Chgo plus over seeing my mother's
estate. He was most capable in r
situation. But his love for singing
and voice to enjoy and share priceless!
Thanks Rich for being part of our
life expertise you demonstrated!!!!!
Blessings!!!!!!