Richard Couch, 61 of Huntley, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2014 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington following a lengthy illness.
He was born September 7, 1953 in Hannibal, Missouri, the son of William and Ruth (East) Couch. He was raised and educated in Posen, Illinois and on February 26, 1978 was united in marriage to Lisa A. East. The couple made their home in Chicago Heights, Illinois, Plainfield, Illinois, O’Fallon, Missouri, Waterloo, Illinois, Queen Creek, Arizona and Villa Rica, Georgia. In 2012 they moved to Huntley. Richard worked as a mechanic for H & H Auto in Crestwood in his early years and later worked for a Sears subsidiary, Walmart and Home Depot. He enjoyed working with his hands, whether in the yard, doing small engine repair or doing home improvements. He enjoyed bird watching and especially his dogs.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa and son, Todd of Huntley, his sister, Karen (Chris) Potter of Virginia and his brother, Russell of Florida along with several nieces and nephews.
An informal gathering will be held at the Couch’s home on Saturday, December 20, 2014 between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. for friends and relatives to visit with the family, pay their respects, and enjoy a light buffet. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the JourneyCare Foundation, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, 60010.
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