Richard Allen Zelonis

Richard Allen Zelonis obituary, Terre Haute, IN

Richard Allen Zelonis

Richard Zelonis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services - Terre Haute on Feb. 11, 2025.
Richard Allen Zelonis, 53, passed away on February 7, 2025. He was born on November 15, 1971, in Louisville, KY. Richard loved hosting big cookouts and spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed playing card games, listening to music, and overall, just being outside. He loved watching Dale Earnhardt race, and watching Dakota play softball.
He is survived by his children Dakota Zelonis (Tony Sowers), James "Boogie" Hillburn, and Nevaeh Zelonis; the one he loved the most, Cynthia Lutes; grandchildren Ryker, Wyatt, and OakLynn; niece Tatum Freeman, and special family friends Billy Whitcomb and Carri Shepherd.
Cremation was entrusted to Samaritan Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made www.samaritanfunerals.com.
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