Richard A. Dietz, age 66, of Fox Lake, passed away on September 11, 2018 at Independence Grove. He was born on July 6, 1952 to Raymond and Dorothy (Wicks) Dietz in Waukegan. On October 7, 1972, he married the love of his life, Janice Firnbach, in Round Lake. Formerly of Ingleside, Richard served his community…
Continue ReadingRichard A. Dietz, age 66, of Fox Lake, passed away on September 11, 2018 at Independence Grove. He was born on July 6, 1952 to Raymond and Dorothy (Wicks) Dietz in Waukegan. On October 7, 1972, he married the love of his life, Janice Firnbach, in Round Lake.
Formerly of Ingleside, Richard served his community as an arborist for Asplundh Tree Company for 47 years. Each day, he monitored the trees with his coworkers to ensure they did not interfere with the powerlines until his retirement in January of 2018.
Richard was an avid outdoorsman who found deep joy in his regular runs through Independence Grove with his wife, Janice. He always found time for sports, especially football and baseball, and cheered on Chicago’s teams, the Bears and the Cubs. A true bratwurst aficionado, Richard treasured spending time with his family and cooking them great food.
Left behind to cherish his memory is his cherished wife, Janice; his beloved children, Jason (Dawn) Dietz, Jessie (Bill) Lloyd, Shelly (Aaron) Salzman; his dear grandchildren, Brianna, Delanie, Sophia, Audrey, Wil, Emma; and his siblings, Joe (Judy) Dietz and Evelyn (Tom) Wells.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held Friday, September 14, 2018 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Justen’s Round Lake Funeral Home, 222 N. Rosedale Ct, Round Lake, IL 60073. Visitation will resume the September 15, 2018 at the funeral home from 8:30 a.m. until 9 a.m. We will then leave in procession to the 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 114 Lincoln Ave, Round Lake, IL 60073. Interment will be at Ascension Cemetery.
For those wishing to send an expression of condolence, Richard’s family suggests memorials to the Open Arms Mission at P.O. Box 79, Antioch, IL 60002.
For information, please call the funeral home at 847-546-3300 or visit us online at www.justenfh.com.
Scott Jetter
left a message on September 23, 2018:
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers. Scott, Monika, Melanie, and Kathryn Jetter.
Keith Janosch
left a message on September 17, 2018:
Very sorry for your loss.
Brian and Erica Mitchell
left a message on September 15, 2018:
Sending love out to all of you.
Anonymous Contributor
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In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, Anonymous Contributor lit a candle
Ursula, Tina & Jenn
left a message on September 15, 2018:
In honor of a man so clearly beloved by his family, friends and community. Sending our love, prayers and strength to you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Todd & Jen Finch
left a message on September 14, 2018:
Our condolences to your family.
Marianne Thibadeau
left a message on September 14, 2018:
Our deepest sympathies for you and your family. We hope you can find comfort with the love that surrounds you from your family, neighbors, friends and co-workers. Thinking of you, Jeff & Marianne Thibadeau
GR
left a message on September 14, 2018:
In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, GR lit a candle
Diane Bodden
left a message on September 14, 2018:
We will miss you greatly Rich!!...this is the type of person you were...you and Jan volunteering at Helping Hands..love you always..Chuck and Didi
Kathy Bell
left a message on September 14, 2018:
Thinking of your family and sending love.
Dennis Bowman
left a message on September 14, 2018:
Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers
Gomez Family
left a message on September 13, 2018:
Sending prayers and warm hugs to our Duck Lake neighbors from the Gomez Family.
Doug Medlock
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In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, Doug Medlock lit a candle
Daniella Simon
left a message on September 13, 2018:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ❤️
Matt & Debbie Cope
left a message on September 13, 2018:
May the beautiful memories you have get you through this very difficult time.
AD
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Sorry for your loss, your family is in our thoughts and prayers
Elizabeth Weger
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Prayers and sympathy are with you ay this difficult time. Beth & Steve Weger
Michael Argyrakis
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So very sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences.
Cara & Joe C
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Sending love to you and your family.
Jenn Genis
left a message on September 12, 2018:
In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, Jenn Genis lit a candle
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
LW
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In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, LW lit a candle
Virginia Hamilton Jago
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Sending love.
Shelly Salzman
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Scott Jetter
left a message on September 23, 2018:
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers. Scott, Monika, Melanie, and Kathryn Jetter.
Keith Janosch
left a message on September 17, 2018:
Very sorry for your loss.
Brian and Erica Mitchell
left a message on September 15, 2018:
Sending love out to all of you.
Anonymous Contributor
left a message on September 15, 2018:
In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, Anonymous Contributor lit a candle
Ursula, Tina & Jenn
left a message on September 15, 2018:
In honor of a man so clearly beloved by his family, friends and community. Sending our love, prayers and strength to you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Todd & Jen Finch
left a message on September 14, 2018:
Our condolences to your family.
Marianne Thibadeau
left a message on September 14, 2018:
Our deepest sympathies for you and your family. We hope you can find comfort with the love that surrounds you from your family, neighbors, friends and co-workers. Thinking of you, Jeff & Marianne Thibadeau
GR
left a message on September 14, 2018:
In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, GR lit a candle
Diane Bodden
left a message on September 14, 2018:
We will miss you greatly Rich!!...this is the type of person you were...you and Jan volunteering at Helping Hands..love you always..Chuck and Didi
Kathy Bell
left a message on September 14, 2018:
Thinking of your family and sending love.
Dennis Bowman
left a message on September 14, 2018:
Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers
Gomez Family
left a message on September 13, 2018:
Sending prayers and warm hugs to our Duck Lake neighbors from the Gomez Family.
Doug Medlock
left a message on September 13, 2018:
In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, Doug Medlock lit a candle
Daniella Simon
left a message on September 13, 2018:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ❤️
Matt & Debbie Cope
left a message on September 13, 2018:
May the beautiful memories you have get you through this very difficult time.
AD
left a message on September 13, 2018:
Sorry for your loss, your family is in our thoughts and prayers
Elizabeth Weger
left a message on September 13, 2018:
Prayers and sympathy are with you ay this difficult time. Beth & Steve Weger
Michael Argyrakis
left a message on September 13, 2018:
So very sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences.
Cara & Joe C
left a message on September 13, 2018:
Sending love to you and your family.
Jenn Genis
left a message on September 12, 2018:
In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, Jenn Genis lit a candle
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
LW
left a message on September 12, 2018:
In memory of Richard Allen Dietz, LW lit a candle
Virginia Hamilton Jago
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Sending love.
Shelly Salzman
left a message on September 12, 2018:
Mom and Dad
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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