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Richard A. Bucich, 68, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on Jan. 2, 2010. Richard was born on Aug. 18, 1941, to Albert and Eleanor Bucich in Chicago, IL. While attending Bowen High School in the Chicago area he met his wife Dianne; they were married for 44 years. Richard continued his education, majoring in Pharmacy at South Dakota State Univ. Upon his graduation Rich went to work for Walgreens; his career spanned 38 years. In 1994, they moved to Phoenix where they made wonderful friends over the bridge table. Rich was an avid sports fan, he loved watching the Bears, Cubs, Bulls and the Blackhawks. He loved to cycle and several times rode 500 miles with "Bammi", raising thousands of dollars for the Chicago Lung Assc. Rich also loved fishing in Canada and in Alaska. His passion in AZ was hiking, mostly South Mountain. Richard is survived by his wife, Dianne; his sons, Scott, Keith (Rachel) and Paul (Jennifer); his sister, Alberta (Dick) Stasiak; his grandchildren, Katelyn, Matthew, Megan, Kate, Rylan and Owen; he is also survived by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Carol and Bob McKay and Pam and Jeff Ablin. Services will be held at a later date. Richard will be missed by all whose lives he touched. Donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix, AZ, 85014. Arrangements entrusted to Tempe Mortuary.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 6, 2010.

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January 13, 2010

My deepest condolences to the Bucich Family at this very sad time. I new Rich for many years. Rich was a very thoughfull and caring person. I worked for him at various Walgreen stores.

My Prayers for your Family at this Time,

Mrs Angie Linberg
Chicago, Ill

January 8, 2010

OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE WHOLE BUCICH FAMILY. RICH WAS OUR FRIEND AND WE HAVE MANY MEMORIES OF HIM.
DIANNE YOU HAVE BEEN A FRIEND FOR MANY YEARS AND OUR HEART GOES OUT TO YOU. KEN AND DIANE GERDES
TINLEY PARK,IL. AND FOUNTAIN HILLS,AZ

Debbie LaPorte

January 7, 2010

I work with Rich in one of the stores and ended up being his secretary after Wanda retired. He was a great man and boss. I have a lot of fond memories of him. Especially when the districts used to have softball games against each other. Those were very interesting. My condolences to his entire family. We have all lost an incredible man.

Russell Medoff

January 7, 2010

I was very saddened by the news of Rich's passing. I worked for Rich at two different times with Walgreens. I feel our relationship became more than just boss and employee and looked to him as a great mentor. My thought and prayers are with all of you.
Russ Medoff , Streamwood,Il.

Donna Korby

January 6, 2010

I am so very sorry for your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rich was my DM for many years.
I will always remember his great sense of humor. He will be missed.

Donna Korby

January 6, 2010

My deepest sypmathy to you and your family. I new Richard thru Walgreen Company, for many years. Richard was my DM at one time a very good teacher and motivator. I am sure he will be missed by others.

Tony & Martha razzino

January 6, 2010

To the Bucich family,Rich was a well respected man and my prayers are with you.
V.Leone

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