Richard S. Talarico, age 86, passed away at home on Friday, February 21, 2025

Survived by his ex-wife, friend and caregiver, Patty Jo Talarico; children, Sandra Lynn (Ron) Heddins-DuBois, Kathern Ann Heddings-Jansto, and Danny (Darlene) Kagay; canine companion, Peanut; brother, James (Sue) Talarico; dear friends, Tony, Victor, Larry, and Ronnie. Numerous nieces, nephews. Grandchildren and dear friends also survive.

Preceded in death by his parents, Samuel (Alice) Talarico.

Richard had a special love for cars and worked many years in used car dealerships.

Family and friends are invited together at Elmhurst Cemetery, 1212 Washington Street, Joliet, IL 60433 on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11am.

For more information, please call 815-725-0100 or visit www.farkasfuneralhome.com.