Richard L. Bax's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2026 in Elwood, Illinois
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Richard L. Bax

June 21, 1943 - January 23, 2026 (82 years old)

Elwood, Illinois

Richard L. Bax's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2026 in Elwood, Illinois
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Richard L. Bax

June 21, 1943 - January 23, 2026 (82 years old)

Elwood, Illinois

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Richard L. Bax Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard L. Bax of Elwood, Illinois, who passed away on January 23, 2026 at the age of 82. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard L. Bax to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gilbert Bax and Helen Bax; and his brothers, Robert Bax and Dennis Bax. He is survived by: his wife Mary Ellen Bax; his sons, Richard Bax Jr. (Kari Olsen), Douglas Bax (Heather), Nick Bax (Colleen) and Nathan Bax (Jennifer); his grandchildren, Jake Bax, Deven Bax, Jackson Bax (Molly), Ashley Bax, Kyle Bax, Logan Bax and Leah Bax; and his siblings, Gilbert Bax (Carol Sue), Clifford Bax (late Judy) and Sue Evans (Jody).

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Richard's name may be made to the Veterans Assistance Commission of Will County - 2400 Glenwood Ave Ste. 110 Joliet, IL 60435 or the American Indian College Fund engage.collegefund.org.

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January 26, 2026

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“Mary Ellen / Family: I am sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was a friend as well as being a work associate. We had some good times when we were able to go on several fishing trips to Minnesota. Dick taught me a few 'fishing tips' that I had never known. He always liked to 'back troll' with a 'Lazy Ike Bait'. Something that I remember was that he always traveled with his container of honey that he would put into his tea. I know that he will be missed. I was fortunate to have known him.”

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Kurtz Memorial Chapel
102 East Francis Road, New Lenox, IL 60451

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Jan 31

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St. Jude Catholic Church
241 W 2nd Ave, New Lenox, IL 60451

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Maplewood Cemetery
331 W Haven Ave, New Lenox, IL 60451

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