Richard J. Koselke

Richard J. Koselke, age 87, of Dyer, IN formerly of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 18, 2026.  Loving husband of Barbara A. Koselke, nee Hasselberger.  Devoted father of Karen (Rick) Berendt, Dawn Lavimodiere, Mark (Michele) Koselke, and Brian (Jennifer) Koselke. Cherished grandfather of Lindsey, Keaton, Dylan, Maya, Mack, Brianna, Brody and Brecken; great-grandfather of Riley and Blake.  Dear brother of Ruth (late Don) Enloe, the late Theodore (late Mary) Koselke, late Robert (late Eleanor) Bolda, late Dolores (late Robert) Koselke, late Lorraine (Pete) Groot, late Dorothy (Hank) Medendorp, and late Joe (Linda) Koselke.  Preceded in death by his parents Theodore and Alberta Koselke.  Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews.  Rich was a pipefitter with Local 597 with years of dedicated service.  He was an avid Blackhawks fan, enjoyed bowling, fishing, and poker.  But the most important thing in Rich’s life was spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  “Grandpa K” will be greatly missed by all of his family and his grandchildren. 

In memory of Rich, donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, TN 38105, appreciated.

Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com