Richard A. Wacker, age 70 of Schererville, IN. passed away peacefully with his family at his bedside Friday July 11, 2008 at the Riley Hospice Residence in Munster. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Jennie; son: Steven Wacker of Lynwood, IL.; daughter: Cynthia (Doug) Thompson of Munster; grandsons: Kody and Grant Thompson of Munster; sister: Doris (Vern) Lawson of Hobart; nieces: Rebecca (Roy) Blackey and Catherine (Tom) Fletcher; aunts: Lillian and Victoria Waclawek, Marion Booth and Opal Fleming; and his beloved “Little Lady Cleo”. Preceded in death by his parents: Aloysius and Margaret Wacker. Richard was a graduate of Bishop Noll Institute and Purdue Calumet. He served with the US Army in Germany, retired from Nipsco after 37 years of service, member of St. Thomas More Church and the Knights of Columbus Council #11809. He was also a die hard Cubs fan. Private services. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Hospice of the Calumet Area in his memory would be appreciated.