Richard Edward Draschil Obituary

The passing of Richard Edward Draschil of Valparaiso, Indiana leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on December 30, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Richard departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Richard leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank Draschil and Mary Draschil of Valparaiso, IN.; and his sister Evelyn Niemeyer of Bloomington, IN.. He is survived by: his wife Sheryl Draschil (Nelson); his sons, Timothy Draschil (Vicky) of Valparaiso, IN and Scott Draschil of Indianapolis, IN; his grandchildren, Madeline Draschil of Valparaiso and Drew Draschil of Indianapolis, IN; his brother George Draschil (Pamela) of Valparaiso, IN; and his siblings-in-law, Rebecca Mathis (Nelson) of Portland, OR and Neal Nelson of East Dundee, IL.. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Richard's name to The Boys and Girls Club Duneland of Chesterton, IN.