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Richard Damisch Obituary
Damisch
September 10, 1927
March 4, 2022
Richard James Damisch, 94, of Colorado Springs, Colorado and formerly Northbrook, Illinois passed away on March 4, 2022. He was the youngest of five children born to Marcus William Damisch and Edna Emma (Hannah) Damisch on September 10, 1927 in Elgin, IL. He grew up on a dairy farm near Hampshire, IL. After graduating from Elgin High School, he proudly served his country in the US Navy on the USS Sarpedon (ARB-7) during World War II sailing to ports that included Shanghai, China, and Kwajalein, Marshall Islands. The GI Bill supported earning a Bachelor's Degree from the Northwestern University School of Commerce in 1950. Richard built a successful business with the Damisch Advertising and Marketing Agency. He later returned to Northwestern as an executive earning an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management in 1979. He was instrumental in the development of his family farm, known as the Triple Oaks Farm subdivision in Hampshire, IL.
Richard circled around the world on exotic adventures five times. He traveled to such places as Africa, Great Pyramids, the Holy Land, India, Kathmandu, 38th parallel, China, Japan, Australia, and Bora Bora.
Damisch was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity, Northwestern University Alumni Association, Circumnavigators Club, Northbrook Rotary, Society of Mayflower Descendants, The Village Presbyterian Church. He was past President and provided leadership for many organizations. In Boy Scouts, he was an active parent, leader and mentor.
Richard was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Jean Marilyn Larson of Chicago and their son, Richard Mark Damisch. On their journey of life together, they were blessed with three children, Kent (Kimberly) Damisch, Indianapolis, IN, Diane (Craig) Miller, Colorado Springs, CO, Richard Mark (Sharon) Damisch, Palatine, IL; grandchildren Brian (Catriona) and Brett (Jill) Damisch, Jessica and Christopher (Elizabeth) Miller, Bridie and Timothy Damisch, and great granddaughter Noelle Miller. He is also survived by his brother, John W. Damisch of Northfield, IL.
Graveside Military Honors will be held at the Memorial Washington Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Elgin, IL. Memorial contributions may be made in his honor to the Memorial Washington Reformed Presbyterian Church, 10508 North Church Street, Huntley, IL 60142.
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Suzanne and Dick Peterson
March 7, 2023
We sure miss both Dick and Jean, our close friends for so many years. They were both so dear and capable of such excellence in everything they did. They were godparents to our son Stephen and always encouraging of his gifts. Dick had a priceless wit and great artistic talent. He was always so dependable and faithful to his commitments. We look forward to being with them in eternity with our Lord Jesus.
Gretchen Hahn
July 18, 2022
I am not sure you will still see this, but thoughts and prayers are with you on your loss. I corresponded with Richard on the Aurand/Weidner/Allen side of the family for many years. I just ran across a letter from him sent in 1982. May peace and comfort be yours.
Mark Damisch
March 21, 2022
We mourn the passing of our dear uncle Richard Damisch. Warm, loving, supportive. We used to say that he was the "nice Damisch in Northbrook". We all miss him and wish the entire family comfort in remembering the good man that he was. Eternal be his memory
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Keith and Kathy Parker
March 20, 2022
We are very sorry for the loss of Richard Damisch. He and Jean were a blessing to so many in our Village Church in Northbrook. Richard and Keith used to call each other cousins because they were both Mayflower Descendants from Reverend William Brewster. Rest in peace old friend. Blessings to all of his family. Keith and Kathy
Susan and Donald Kinloch
March 14, 2022
Your family has lost a great dad, grandfather, brother and mentor. We fondly remember he and Jean. They were a blessing to all who knew them and most kind to us. We are glad his memorial will be celebrated at the old church he loved. May God bless all the family he leaves behind.
In His love,
Susan and Donald
Nancy Danner
March 11, 2022
My sympathy to all members of the Damisch family . Though distance has meant our not meeting up often Geo.d had many memories he shared with me of things he did as a youngster with you all. May your memories of the good times with Richard bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
With Love,
Nancy Danner
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