David A. Karich

David Karich Obituary

David A. Karich, 52, of Edgerton, Wisconsin passed away on Saturday, October 6, 2007 at Bloomington Hospital. He was born on May 1, 1955 in Geneva, Illinois, the son of Thomas and Anne Carolyn (Porter) Karich.

David was a retired merchandising consultant for the E.B. Brown Company. He was particularly interested in working with young people and was a committee member of the Youth Development Program of Rockford, Illinois. This program involved young people driving "legend" race cars during summer months.

Survivors include one daughter, Lindsey Karich of New York, New York; two sons, William "Bill" Karich of Bloomington and Andrew "Drew" Karich of South Elgin, Illinois; his parents, Tom and Carolyn Karich of Aurora, Illinois; two sisters, Susan Karich of Mesa, Arizona and Margaret "Peg" Ghering (Harold) of Scottsdale, Arizona; nieces, Kay and Julie Ghering; one brother, Stephen Karich of Kent, Washington; niece and nephew, Thomas and Kalin Karich; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and many good friends.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, October 12, 2007 at St. David Episcopal Church, 701 N. Randall Rd., Aurora, Illinois at 10:00 a.m. There will be a Celebration of Life service on Saturday, October 13, 2007 at the Emigails Road House, 650 E. State Road 59 in Edgerton, Wisconsin.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that Memorial Contributions be made to the donor's choice in memory of David. Allen Funeral Home, 3000 East Third Street, Bloomington, Indiana is handling the arrangements.

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Published by Beacon News from Oct. 9 to Oct. 10, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for David Karich

9 Entries

Craig Smith

October 28, 2007

My sincere condolences go out to the entire Karich Family. I first met Dave in Cub Scouts where he showed what kind of a unique individual he was. Dave always tried to include you in whatever he was doing and most time it was mischievous but fun. It had been several years since I talked to Dave, but when I did, it was like no time had passed. The memory of Dave will always be with us and most likely exaggerated with the stories we tell.

Craig Smith

Deborah Hyslop(Noonan)

October 15, 2007

My heart goes out to the Karich Family. Dave was a very big part of my High School years and was very special to me. He was a kind and wonderful person. Although our lives have gone seperate ways he will never be forgotten. God bless the Karich family.

Bill Mellon

October 12, 2007

Tom, Carolyn, Steve, Sue, Peg, God bless you all in this hour of loss. Time has not dulled my memory of seeing David and each of you almost as soon as Tom and Carolyn brought you home from the hospital and holding each of you as babies, then following you as you have grown to adulthood. You know my heart and sympathy are with you as are those of our sons. Eternal rest grant onto David oh Lord and grant Your greatest blessings to all of David's family.

Donald Meister

October 12, 2007

To Dave's mom and dad, sisters and brother, and Lindsey, Billy, and Andrew:

I was truly sorry to hear of Dave's passing, and my sympathy goes out to all of you. Dave was an exceptional man, a true friend, and a good father.

I want you to know that I always thought Dave was a great guy. He had a great sense of humor, a ready smile, and he was always fun to be with. If you were down in the dumps, Dave could bring you right out of it with his infectious smile and laugh.

He was a hard worker too, and I remember working along side him on many of his home improvement projects.

He always loved you kids more than anything, and he would of done anything he could to make you happy.

I hope I get a chance to see him again in the hereafter. But until then, fond memories of Dave will always stay with me.

Sincerely,

Don Meister

Andrew Mellon

October 12, 2007

Deepest sympathies from the Mellon family, Dave left a lasting impact on my brothers and I during those teen years.

Robert Becker

October 11, 2007

I will always remember Dave as laughing-a terrific guy--he will be greatly missed by all who knew him--thanks Dave for all the good times --bob b

Donald Drake

October 9, 2007

My deepest sympathies to the family. Dave will be deeply missed by all. The memories I have will last forever. He will never be forgotten in my mind!May you rest in piece.

JOHN DRAKE

October 9, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathy to the Karich family. I have some great memories of Dave, going as far back as his high school days. He was a great friend to my brother Don,and became a good friend of mine. Dave was always willing to help out with anything, and had endless energy. I have life long memories that make me smile when I think of them. I am sure you will continue to make people smile Dave.

david shropshire

October 9, 2007

So shocked and sorry when I read this online. Dave, although it`s been several years since I last saw you, I`ll always remember some of the fun times back in the 70`s with you, my cousin Don, myself , and others. Rule in Heaven, Bro, as you did down here.
Dave Shropshire

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