Richard J. Parra, age 71 of Munster, IN passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 33 year, Nancy; children, Richard Parra, Nicole ( David) Hawkins; grandchild, Morgan Hawkins; mother, Mary (late Vincent) Randazzo; siblings, Christina (late Edward) Willis, Anthony (late Elizabeth) Parra Jr., Kathleen (Kenneth) Pisowicz, Joanne (Walter)Continue Reading
Richard J. Parra, age 71 of Munster, IN passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 33 year, Nancy; children, Richard Parra, Nicole ( David) Hawkins; grandchild, Morgan Hawkins; mother, Mary (late Vincent) Randazzo; siblings, Christina (late Edward) Willis, Anthony (late Elizabeth) Parra Jr., Kathleen (Kenneth) Pisowicz, Joanne (Walter) Kiselyk and Virgina (Henry) Janiszewski and many nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his father, Anthony Parra Sr.
Visitation will be on Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. with a prayer service at 3:30 at Kish Funeral Home 10000 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN and on Friday April 5, 2024 from 9:30 A.M. till 10:00 A.M. at the church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, April 5, 2024 at St. Thomas More Church 8501 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN. Interment will follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Hillside, IL.
Richard always made people smile and comfortable. He was a proud husband, parent, grandfather and a great friend to many. Richard proudly served in the U.S. Marines. He enjoyed fishing in his spare time. Morgan, his granddaughter was the apple of his eye and best friend. Richard will be missed dearly. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital (www.stjude.org/tribute ) or the Shriners (donate.lovetotherescue.org)
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DeRolf Family
left a message on April 16, 2024:
Nancy, we just found out about your husbands passing. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Rita, Mark Pam and Amy
Todd and Dolores (Lola) Martinez /Tilton Family
left a message on April 6, 2024:
We will always remember Richard as part of our family. He was so kind and always full of life, his smile was contagious! Love You and Miss you!
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Joyce E.Sprouse
left a message on April 5, 2024:
To Rich's Family
My prayers and thoughts are with you as you celebrate the life of your beloved Rich. Rich was a very good neighbor. I will truly miss him. May the may the many memories you shared sustain you in the days. months and years to come.
Sincerely,
Joyce E. Sprouse
Morgan Hawkins
left a message on April 4, 2024:
I miss my grandpa and I love him so much ❤️🙂😇😢😭😥👷🏽👨🏽✈️👨👧🛶
Ahmad and Nakia Sprouse
left a message on April 4, 2024:
The Sprouse family would to send our prayers and condolences during this time of mourning. We have known Rich since November 2019 and he was an awesome friend and neighbor. He will truly be missed. 😪
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Gaile and Bill Dyer
left a message on April 4, 2024:
With heartfelt Sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
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Julie Compton
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Sending lots of prayers and love you your family! May Rich, rest in peace! 🙏🙏❤️
Anonymous
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Richards positive & uplifting energy always brightened the room. He will be missed dearly. The children of George Gomez send our deepest condolences.
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Cathryn S. Steele
left a message on April 3, 2024:
I am saddened to hear the news of Rich's passing. I worked with Rich for 13 years and he could put a smile on everyone's face that was around him. I am lucky to have met him and been able to call him a friend. He was one of the nicest men I have had the pleasure to work and be friends with.
Fast Pace Team
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Thinking of you and your family.Fast Pace Team
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Richard Parra by Fast Pace Team. Send Flowers
Jonny Cole
left a message on April 3, 2024:
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief.
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The Lipscomb Family
left a message on April 1, 2024:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
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Gina R Viverito - Surges and family
left a message on April 1, 2024:
With loving memories of "Richard J. Parra", may this tree stand tall and proud as its namesake did! Love, Prayers and our deepest sympathy.
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Raul Mosqueda and family
left a message on April 1, 2024:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Richard Parra by Raul Mosqueda and family. Send Flowers
Your friends at SJ Mallein & Associates
left a message on April 1, 2024:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Anonymous
left a message on March 31, 2024:
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
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Linda Alvino
left a message on March 30, 2024:
My deepest condolences and prayers to the Parra family on the passing of Richard.
Tom and Ann Hawkins
left a message on March 29, 2024:
In loving memory of Richard Parra. Loved by so many. A truly wonderful man. He will be so missed.
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Cousin ChaCha (Rose) and Arnold Alaniz
left a message on March 29, 2024:
Rest in Heaven Dear Cousin.
You will surely be missed by so many.
Love and prayers from all of our family.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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DeRolf Family
left a message on April 16, 2024:
Nancy, we just found out about your husbands passing. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Rita, Mark Pam and Amy
Todd and Dolores (Lola) Martinez /Tilton Family
left a message on April 6, 2024:
We will always remember Richard as part of our family. He was so kind and always full of life, his smile was contagious! Love You and Miss you!
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Richard Parra . Plant a Tree
Joyce E.Sprouse
left a message on April 5, 2024:
To Rich's Family
My prayers and thoughts are with you as you celebrate the life of your beloved Rich. Rich was a very good neighbor. I will truly miss him. May the may the many memories you shared sustain you in the days. months and years to come.
Sincerely,
Joyce E. Sprouse
Morgan Hawkins
left a message on April 4, 2024:
I miss my grandpa and I love him so much ❤️🙂😇😢😭😥👷🏽👨🏽✈️👨👧🛶
Ahmad and Nakia Sprouse
left a message on April 4, 2024:
The Sprouse family would to send our prayers and condolences during this time of mourning. We have known Rich since November 2019 and he was an awesome friend and neighbor. He will truly be missed. 😪
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Gaile and Bill Dyer
left a message on April 4, 2024:
With heartfelt Sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Richard Parra . Plant a Tree
Julie Compton
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Sending lots of prayers and love you your family! May Rich, rest in peace! 🙏🙏❤️
Anonymous
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Richards positive & uplifting energy always brightened the room. He will be missed dearly. The children of George Gomez send our deepest condolences.
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Richard Parra by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Cathryn S. Steele
left a message on April 3, 2024:
I am saddened to hear the news of Rich's passing. I worked with Rich for 13 years and he could put a smile on everyone's face that was around him. I am lucky to have met him and been able to call him a friend. He was one of the nicest men I have had the pleasure to work and be friends with.
Fast Pace Team
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Thinking of you and your family.Fast Pace Team
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Richard Parra by Fast Pace Team. Send Flowers
Jonny Cole
left a message on April 3, 2024:
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Richard Parra . Plant a Tree
The Lipscomb Family
left a message on April 1, 2024:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Garden of Memories was purchased for the family of Richard Parra by The Lipscomb Family. Send Flowers
Gina R Viverito - Surges and family
left a message on April 1, 2024:
With loving memories of "Richard J. Parra", may this tree stand tall and proud as its namesake did! Love, Prayers and our deepest sympathy.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Richard Parra . Plant a Tree
Raul Mosqueda and family
left a message on April 1, 2024:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Richard Parra by Raul Mosqueda and family. Send Flowers
Your friends at SJ Mallein & Associates
left a message on April 1, 2024:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Lily and Rose Tribute Spray was purchased for the family of Richard Parra by Your friends at SJ Mallein & Associates. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on March 31, 2024:
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Richard Parra . Plant a Tree
Linda Alvino
left a message on March 30, 2024:
My deepest condolences and prayers to the Parra family on the passing of Richard.
Tom and Ann Hawkins
left a message on March 29, 2024:
In loving memory of Richard Parra. Loved by so many. A truly wonderful man. He will be so missed.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Richard Parra . Plant a Tree
Cousin ChaCha (Rose) and Arnold Alaniz
left a message on March 29, 2024:
Rest in Heaven Dear Cousin.
You will surely be missed by so many.
Love and prayers from all of our family.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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