Richard Jude Hank, of Riverside, Illinois, passed away surrounded by his family. He was born on August 25, 1936, to Bernard and Viola Hank, and grew up in the Galewood neighborhood of Chicago.

Richard is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Joan (Kolczak) Hank; his loving daughters Diane (the late Pete) Parenti and Barbara (Hank) Rambousek; his cherished grandchildren Ashley (Bailey) Dean-Parenti, Peter Parenti, Megan Rambousek, and Carter Rambousek. He is also survived by his siblings William (Joan) Hank, Marie (Arch) McKellar, and Jeanne (William) Dale, along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jerry Hank, nephew Jim Hank, sister-in-law Joyce Hank, as well as his son-in-law Pete Parenti.

Richard and Joan were married on October 6, 1962, at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago, beginning a lifelong partnership built on love, hard work, and family.

He was a proud graduate of St. Giles Elementary School, Fenwick High School, and the University of Notre Dame. A loyal supporter of Notre Dame football, Richard's spirit and perseverance were evident throughout his life. At the age of 14, he courageously overcame polio, an experience that inspired his lifelong passion for fitness, sports, and weightlifting.

Much of Richard's career was dedicated to property management, a field in which he worked closely with Joan. Outside of work, he found joy in reading, western movies, and traveling—especially when shared with family. The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to Bristol Hospice for their exceptional care, especially Nurse Lauren, Father Mark and Carlos, whose compassion, guidance and comfort meant so much during this time.

Family and friends will be received at the Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Rd., Westchester, on Friday January 23rd, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. All will meet Saturday for a 10:00 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, 1530 Jackson Ave., River Forest. Richard will be interred privately in St. Joseph Cemetery, River Grove. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Polio Survivor Foundation in Richard's memory. Arrangements entrusted to Peter B. Kennedy & Co., Funeral Directors. Info: 708-562-5900.