Richard L. Lechlitner

Richard L. Lechlitner, 77, of Wakarusa, Indiana, died at 11:42 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, at his residence.

He was born on Jan. 13, 1946, in Mishawaka, Indiana, to Robert and Elizabeth (Tobias) Lechlitner. They both preceded him in death.

Richard was a 1964 graduate of Wakarusa High School and he lived his entire life in the Wakarusa area. On Feb. 7, 1970, Richard married Constance Horn at the Wakarusa United Methodist Church.

Richard was a life-long farmer. His work was his passion and he loved to farm. He was a member and former president of the Northern Indiana Johnny Poppers Club and was an active supporter of 4-H club.

Most of all Richard loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He cherished his time with them and loved supporting his children and grandchildren's activities in athletics and 4-H.

Richard is survived by his wife of 53 years, Connie Lechlitner of Wakarusa; three children, Pam Lechlitner of Wakarusa, Fred (Heather) Lechlitner of Nappanee, Indiana, and Jon (Katie) Lechlitner of Syracuse, Indiana; three grandchildren, Caleb, Hayden and Halle Lechlitner; and two brothers, Phil (Mindy) Lechlitner of Wakarusa and Tom (Sharon) Lechlitner of Goshen, Indiana.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 16, and for one hour prior to a 10 a.m. funeral service on Friday, Feb. 17, all at Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa. Burial will take place in Olive West Cemetery, Elkhart.

Memorial contributions in Richard's name can be given to the charity of the donor's choice.