Richard E. Gaska Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Richard E. Gaska (Lockport, Illinois), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 22, 2025 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jan Gaska (late Josephine) and Stella Gaska; his wife Nancy Gaska; his son Richard A. Gaska; and his grandson Jacob Oriatti.
He is survived by: his children, Gail Suffredin (John), Cathleen Oriatti (Patrick) and Martin Gaska (Kimberly); his daughter-in-law Denise Gaska; his grandchildren, Stephen Suffredin (Samantha Cecola), Megan Gaska, Kevin Suffredin (Emily Adam), Carol Marie O'Marrah (Jacob), Rachel Oriatti, Sophie Johnson (Tommy), Jae Gaska and Morgan Walker (Zachary); his great grandchildren, Genevieve, Toviana and Thatcher; and his brothers, John T. Gaska (late Jeanne), Walter Gallas (Jean) and Robert Gaska (Bunny). He is also survived by sisters and brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews.
He was her caretaker when her medical needs increased and was involved in an Alzheimer Support Group to learn more about how to serve as her patient and caring partner.
