Richard J. Mielcarz
1935-10-20 - 2025-07-27
Funeral Home: Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home 540 Dixie Hwy Chicago Heights IL (Map-it)
Visitation: Thursday July 31 from 2pm to 7pm
Service Date: 2025-08-01
Service Time: 10AM
Place of Service: St Veronica Catholic Church (formerly I.J.P.) 1131 Douglas, Flossmoor, IL (Map-it)
Cemetery: Calvary Cemetery 34th Street and Western, Steger, Illinois (Map-it)
Info: 708-754-0016
Web: https://www.kerr-parzygnotfuneralhomes.com/ (Go)
Obituary
Richard J. Mielcarz age 89 of Flossmoor, Illinois passed away on July 27, 2025. Beloved husband of 60 years to Mary (nee Zurek). Loving father to John R. Mielcarz and Elizabeth Mielcarz. Richard retired after working 36 years for Ford Motor Company at the Chicago Stamping Plant in Chicago Heights as an Accountant. Richard was a graduate of Bloom High School, University of Illinois where he received his Bachelor’s and Depaul University, School of New Learning, where he received his Master’s in Computerized Accounting. He had 26 years of service with Holy Name Society and was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 3540 in Lansing, 4th Degree. Richard was an active member of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), Calumet Chapter, since 1985, and an active member of the local Ford Retiree’s Club.
Visitation Thursday, July 31 from 2pm to 7pm at Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home 540 Dixie Hwy. (at Joe Orr Rd.), Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Funeral Mass on Friday at 10AM at St. Veronica Parish, 1131 Douglas, Flossmoor, Illinois. Interment Calvary Cemetery, Steger, IL. (708) 754-0016.
John Iannucci.
I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your father. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. I can only imagine the pain you and your family must be feeling, and I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared with him and in the support of those who care about you.
If there’s anything I can do—at work or otherwise—please don’t hesitate to reach out. You’re in my thoughts.
With sympathy,
Carl Bilinski
My condolences to you and your family. Hold on to your memories of your dad. Praying for you and the family ❤️ 🙏. We your firends are here for you .