Richard S. Eichorst

Richard S. “Rick” Eichorst, 63 years old, passed away at 9:44 p.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at The Milton Home, South Bend.  Rick was born on May 27, 1960 in South Bend to the late Herbert and Irma (Knebel) Eichorst.  He has remained a lifelong resident. Rick was a graduate of Riley High School and worked as a mechanic.

Rick is survived by two brothers, Bob (Kaye) Eichorst of Middlebury, IN and John Eichorst of South Bend; and a good friend, John Johnson of South Bend.  Along with his parents, Rick was preceded in death by his sister, Carol Claybor, and brother, Tom Eichorst. 

A private burial will take place at Southlawn Cemetery, South Bend.  Palmer Funeral Home-Guisinger Chapel, South Bend is assisting with arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Richard Eichorst may be donated to The Milton Home, 206 E. Marion Street, South Bend, IN  46601 or to AseraCare Hospice, 700 E. Beardsley Avenue, Unit 2B, Elkhart, IN  46514.  Online condolences may be offered to Rick’s family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

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