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Ricky Faccin Obituary
Alton - Ricky Joseph Faccin, 70, passed away 10:05 am, Sunday, July 7, 2024 at his home.
Born September 14, 1953 in Alton, he was the son of Alban Anthony and Angeline M. (Gentelin) Faccin.
Rick had served as a County Board member from 1994 before being elected to the office of Auditor for Madison County in 2002, a position he held for several terms. He was a dedicated associate of Catholic Charities serving and volunteering with the organization for over 20 years. Ricky was an avid St. Louis Cardinals Baseball fan and loyal supporter of St. Louis University Athletics. He was an animal lover, especially dogs and cats.
He is survived by his cousins, Joe (Karen) Gentelin, Darla Boyer, Terry (Tina) Gentelin, Randy (Louise) Gentelin, and Brad (Shelly) Gentelin.
Visitation will be from 10 am until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 12 pm, Friday, July 12 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Alton.
Burial will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Alton.
Memorials are suggested to Alton 5 A's.
Marks Mortuary in Wood River is entrusted with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ricky Faccin
Stephen Cope
August 7, 2024
My fingers
I meant
It's been a month
We all dearly miss
Rick's presence
Stephen Cope
August 7, 2024
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Stephen Cope
August 7, 2024
It's been two months
All at GB Grill
dearly missed
Rick
In Our hearts
Deeply within
Our thoughts
Our comfort
Rick is at the
Tree of Life
In Paradise
At peace
Dr. Sr. Mary Shaw
July 24, 2024
I am shocked to hear only last eve of Rick's death. A co-worker at Catholic Charities; friend. I am lost for words but I know Rick Faccin is with his God whom he served so very well. A truly human being and charitable...Rest in Peace, dear Rick.
R.J.
July 19, 2024
Very sad. Gone way too early. Great guy, friend and associate. I will miss him.
Stacy Fischer
July 14, 2024
Rick was both a coworker and a dear friend. I had some of the best times ever with Rick. I have so many fond memories. He will be greatly missed.
Stacy Fischer and family.
Mario Moralea
July 12, 2024
I grew up with Rick he was a dear friend and will be surely missed We were really close played a lot of neighborhood sports together. Got him his first job after high school at Olin after they told me he had a job. He appeared at my back door with a case of beer. He said his mom told him to bring the beer up for me. Lol
Mike Sakolsky
July 11, 2024
Rick was truly one of a kind. He will be missed!
Mark Rund
July 10, 2024
As a co-worker of Rick at Catholic Charities in the 80's he was untiring in attending to youth in the foster care system. I am sure his effort impacted many youth and families.
Rest in Peace.
Bill Hayes
July 10, 2024
Some words come to my mind about Rick
1. Organizer - whether it was a rooftop day at Wrigley for Cards vs Cubs or all inclusive night at Busch
2. Determination- last 18 months just a roller coaster - in and out of hospitals, surgeries, extended care facilities- he never ever had the defeated look
3. Provider- he took care of people- citizens of Madison county, workers who cared for him- I remember he bought 100 tacos at least twice for his caregivers at local facilities
4. And let´s not forget STUBBORNNESS!!! He was going home to live at his house . PERIOD - end of story
He worked hard his whole life- and guess what? He played hard too.
I was thrilled to be a part of his journey .
RIP Rick.
Richard Baird
July 9, 2024
Rick's friendship never varied, for he was forthright, loyal, and caring. Through sports, Rick proved his commitment of support to friends competing was sincere and enthusiastic. His spirit lives on and enhances the doctrine of faith he sustained. God Bless Rick, his family and friends.
Lou Ellen Markovitch
July 9, 2024
God bless him. What a good man! I´ll never forget my time as his classmate at St Mary´s. May he rest in peace in the arms of our Blessed Mother.
Rhonda
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Rhonda
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May God's love
Comfort all
Mourning
Rick
Loved He is
Stephen Cope
July 9, 2024
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Stephen Cope
July 9, 2024
Miss you Rick
Stephen Cope
July 9, 2024
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Stephen Cope
July 9, 2024
Sending deepest condolences
As an old friend from the Hill
Recall the old days playing alot of ball together
Will be Sadly missed
when I visited Rick
His enduring strenght courage and his positive spirit encourage lifted me
May he rest in peace
Sincerely a friend forever
Stephen A Cope
Rhonda Rumer
July 8, 2024
I have worked with Rick since 1987 and remained great friends all these years. He would come to Las Vegas to visit yearly and we had so many great memories! He could make everyone laugh and have a great time! He was a true friend who was loved!
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