Richard J. "Rich" Saskiewicz

Richard ("Rich") J. Saskiewicz of Melbourne, Florida, passed away on October 2, 2025, after a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 6, 1949, to John and Frances Saskiewicz, who preceded him in death.

Rich grew up exploring Pennypack Park in Northeast Philadelphia and developed a lifelong love of the outdoors and sports. He played softball and basketball as a young man and later coached his daughters' soccer teams in Cinnaminson, New Jersey. In his forties, he discovered golf, proudly achieving a Hole in One at the TPC Four Seasons in Las Colinas, Texas, and loved recalling his time entertaining clients at Pebble Beach.

Rich studied at Temple University and Penn State's Abington campus, beginning in chemistry before switching to marketing and advertising. He spent more than 25 years with Rohm & Haas Company, starting in research and development and later moving into marketing and sales. He was part of a team that developed a patented, industry-leading floor finish and helped the company's exhibits earn multiple "Best in Show" awards. One of his proudest professional achievements was regaining major business accounts for the Construction Products Division.

After leaving Rohm & Haas, Rich pursued his passion for wine as a broker in Dallas before returning to the chemical industry with Core Products in Canton, Texas. In 2012, he and his wife Chris built their dream home in Park City, Utah, where he worked part-time at the Park City Golf Club and Deer Valley Ski Resort, eventually becoming a Guest Services Supervisor. He learned to ski at age 43 and continued enjoying the slopes well into his late sixties.

Rich was known for his enthusiasm, humor, and love of life. Whether at work or with friends, he always found ways to make people laugh - from playful office pranks to his infectious storytelling. He cherished time spent with his daughters, coaching Crissy's sports teams, teaching her how to repair things around the house, and cheering together for Philadelphia's sports teams. He also loved teaching Jenn how to make amatriciana sauce, cook the perfect medium-rare steak, and bake his famous peanut butter cookies. Over the years, he developed a deep affection for Rottweilers and had several loyal companions who brought him great joy.

He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Christine Saskiewicz; daughters Crissy Saskiewicz of Cape Canaveral, Florida, and Jennifer (Jason) Gorman and granddaughter Eme Gorman of Westford, Massachusetts.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the teams at Vitas Healthcare and Your Life of West Melbourne for their compassionate care.