Richard J. Rutkowski

Richard J. Rutkowski obituary, West Chicago, IL

Richard J. Rutkowski

Richard Rutkowski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DuPage Cremations, Ltd. and Memorial Chapel on Oct. 22, 2024.

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Richard J. Rutkowski, age 84 of West Chicago. Beloved husband of 54 years to Kathy nee Heitman. Father of Michael (Kerry) Rutkowski and Richard Rutkowski. Beloved son of the late Marie and Roman Rutkowski. Grandfather of 5. Great grandfather of 5. Dear brother of the late Joan (the late Ed) Wolter and the late Patricia (the late Carl) Miehlke. Loving uncle of many nieces and nephews.
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Nancy Einwich

November 23, 2024

So many memories of Dick over the years. He had such a special way of making everyone laugh. You will be missed Dick. Love Steve and Nancy Einwich

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