Richard "Richey" Chiate

I'm quite late in paying the Chiate family, and Rich, my condolences I just learned of his passing today. Rich and I started our ProClean companies at the same time....me in Denver and Rich in Phoenix. Scary times starting a company in those days but Rich was a solid confidence builder for me .....so grateful for his friendship.

Just learned of Rich's passing via Rosie. So sorry to hear of your great loss Marcia and family. Rich was an awesome individual as were the employees of Pro Clean back in the late 80's when I worked there. Pro Clean was one of my funnest jobs I loved.
My thoughts and prayers for Chiate family as they move forward. My sincerest condolences.

Just saw this and it brought back fond memories of Grandpa Chiate. I remember Mr. Chiate attending several of his grandaughter, Nikki's softball games and I remember him being so competitive, yet encouraging and inspirational. My daughter, Stephanie often remarked what a fun grandfather he was. Late condolences to the Le Brun and Chiate families. You were blessed.

Connie and Stephanie

Dear Marcia and Family,

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. May all of the wonderful memories help you during this difficult time. Blessings to you all.

Your neighbors,

The Fargotstein Family

Dear Marcia and family,
I met Richey as a classmate at North High, as I did Marcia. Your long marriage is such a testament to the fine human beings you are and have been all these years.

Such a loss for your family....and for all those whose lives this terrific man touched. His legacy will live on.

Rich was my boss from 2002-2010 when the company was still ProClean, Inc. Rich grew the company from just 2 products to start with beginning in 1976. When I left the company 6 years ago, the company represented multi-hundred products with annual revenue over 19 million dollars. He was without a doubt the most decent, generous, employee-oriented and customer-friendly businessman. And he truly was the best boss I ever had. He cared about the people he came in contact with, both personally and...

I got to know Rich through baseball at Phoenix College and the University of Arizona. However, he was much more than a teammate to me. Our friendship lasted 55 years, even though we ultimately lived far apart. He was truly a caring man with a great sense of humor, eminently successful in business later in life as well as baseball early. Rest in peace Rich. Stay strong Marcia.