Richard Dalach

Richard R. Dalach died November 14, 2016 at his home in Clinton Township at the age of 83. He was born July 19,1933 in Detroit Michigan the son of the late Ralph and the late Gladys (nee: Lane) Dalach. Richard was raised in Detroit and following his schooling received his Bachelor's Degree in accounting. Richard served in the United States Army from June 12, 1956 through June 11, 1958 having attained the rank of Specialist 3rd Grade Technician eventually receiving his Honorable Discharge and a return trip to Michigan. For all who knew Richard, everyone will attest to his devotion to his Savior and his Christian faith. As a founding member of Faith Lutheran Church in Troy, Richard was involved with many aspects within the church. He volunteered his time and energy for the betterment of the church and community. Additionally Richard volunteered many hours at the Hope Center in Clinton Township and was a hospital chaplain at McLaren Macomb Hospital in Mount Clemens. Richard found great joy and pleasure vacationing to Hatteras, North Carolina with his family. Many of the trips to North Carolina included fishing trips and nights out to celebrate and talk about the "one that got away". In retirement Richard traveled for or over twelve years to Gulf Shores Alabama to soak up the sun and surf. Every year his friends in Gulf Shores would bid Richard goodbye with "Y'all come back now, you hear". Richard had many passions in life including cheering on his beloved Michigan State Spartans, traveling, golfing, fishing, cooking..., however his greatest accomplishments centered around his family. Richard was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He touched countless hearts and lives in his journey through life, along with taking many with him for a wild ride. He leaves behind wonderful memories for all to embrace, and many more who were blessed to enjoy his company during hisf life. Richard was the loving husband of Gloria and the late Barbara Dalach. He was the loving father of Karen (Michael) Zielinski, Daniel (Lisa), Jennifer (Kevin) Pearson, Deborah (Mark) Steer, and Sherrie (Gary) Rushton. Richard is also survived by thirteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Visitation for Mr. Dalach will be Wednesday from 3-9 pm at D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home , 30009 Hoover Road at Common (121/2 Mile Road). Richard will lie in state Thursday 10:00am at Faith Lutheran Church, 37635 Dequindre Road, Troy, MI 48083, until the time of the Funeral Service at 11:00 am. Officiating the Funeral Services will be Reverend Pastor Paul Arndt. Please share memories of Richard at his memory book above.