Richard F. Yudzentis Obituary
The world bids farewell to Richard F. Yudzentis of Joliet, Illinois, departing on July 21, 2025 at the age of 83. Richard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard P. Yudzentis and Lena Yudzentis; his sisters, Teresa Grotto and Phyllis Tacchia; and his daughter Renee Poppe (Kris).
He is survived by: his wife Nancy; his son Frank Yudzentis (Jayne); his son-in-law Kris Poppe (Renee); and his grandchildren, Krista Poppe (Ben), Maeley Poppe (Angie), Sydney Steinke (Joe) and Daniel Poppe. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 30th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Carlson Holmquist Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory (2320 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60435). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 at 12:30 PM at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery (20953 W Hoff Rd, Elwood, IL 60421).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Lightways Hospice, 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL 60431 or at https://lightways.org.