Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Deirdre Rich Obituary
Deirdre Ann Rich, age 44, of Oak Park, beloved wife of Robert M. Starkey; loving mother of Monica Gockel; devoted daughter of Cathaleen Byrne Rich and the late William B. Rich, II M.D.; dear sister of Christopher (Carol), Barry (Marija) Rich, Cathy Rich (Joseph) Crowe, Felicity Rich (Vincent Michael) and the late William B. Rich, III; fond aunt of many. Ms. Rich was the Adoption Program Director for Catholic Charities of Chicago. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St., Oak Park and Wednesday, 10 a.m. until time of Service 11 a.m. at the First United Church of Oak Park, 824 Lake St., Oak Park. Memorials to your favorite charity are appreciated. Funeral info: 708-383-3191.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Deirdre Rich
Ann & Dan DeCleene
June 10, 2007
I met Deirdre through Dee Dee & Tom and she really was a special person. Caring, genuine and loving. We have been praying for her and for all of her family & friends.
Peace & Love
Linda Rawa (Hayes)
May 16, 2007
I worked with Deirdre at Glenkirk and am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a very caring person.
SHARON JONES
May 9, 2007
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.May God Bless You. JERRY&SHARON JONES
Donna Sue Van Cleaf-Fish
May 8, 2007
Monica and the Rich Family,
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
The Fish Family
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Henry
May 8, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heidi Pappalas
May 8, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Holly Jones
May 7, 2007
My thoughts are with you and my heart goes out to your family.
May 7, 2007
My thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
John Bareither
The Korzenecki Family
May 7, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pamela Palmentera
May 7, 2007
It was a great privilege and honor to work with Deirdre - I appreciated her hardwork, dedication and industry. Peace to you and the Rich Family.
LINDA PULEO
May 7, 2007
WE WILL MISS DEIRDRE, MY LOVE TO THE WHOLE RICH CLAN.
Wm. McLean
May 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are for Deirdre and with the entire Rich family. From the Mcleans.
Showing 1 - 12 of 12 results
Make a Donation
in Deirdre Rich's name
Memorial Events
for Deirdre Rich
People and places connected with Deirdre
How to support Deirdre's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Deirdre Rich's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
