On Monday August 14, 2023. Loving father of Kelley (Kevin) Kaczerowski. Cherished grandfather of Amelia and Leo. Former husband of Linda Schuster. Dear brother of Bobby (Charlene) and the late Ed (Joanne) Schuster. Our dear uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Services; Funeral at Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry) on Thursday August 24, 10AM. Interment JB National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Cancer Society appreciated. Visitation at Kutis Wednesday 4-8PM
So sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. I have known Rick since kindergarten and we were in Cub Scouts together and played on the same baseball teams for 6 years. We went all through school together. After graduation we didn’t see each other until we reconnected about 25 years ago as we both owned vintage Plymouth musclecars. We would see each other when he came back to Johnstown. I will never forget Rick and send my deepest sympathy to all. He was such a great person ! Dave and Carm Meiklejohn
Rick and I have been friends since the 6th grade. I always consider him as my brother. We went through school together and even started in the mines the same day. We had done so much throughout the years. We always made sure that we called each other on our birthdays. When he would come to Johnstown, he would stay at my families house. He did accept Jesus as his personal savior and I believe that he is in heaven. Rick, I will deeply miss you and cherish all the time that we shared. Until we meet again.
Rick was one of my favorite cousins. We played together as little children–climbed trees, swam in ponds, played baseball at family reunions, and our families were very close. He was so strong in his faith and fought with all his might against his cancer. Rest in peace, my sweet cousin.
Free of the pain and the disease you battled so tenaciously for so long, now you live in the realm of fond memories and of dreams. Go easy. Peace be the journey.
I replied to your name since it was the same last name as Rick. I was in the USAF with Rick and we shared a trailer with a 3rd friend off base in GA. He always remembered my birthday on March 5 as I did his on March 7. I tried to call him today and got a message his number was changed or discontinued. I sent a text to the number I had and hoped all was well. I decided to Google his name for the St. Louis, MO area and saw his obit where he passed. A shock and very sad. We both drove a Corvette then and I remember when he drove a dirt bike accidentally into the front fender of the 3rd roommate’s car. We did have some times. If you would, please pass on to his daughter Kelley my sadness. She was very young when I met her.
Rick was always friendly. Sorry for the family, but happy he is no longer dealing with the cancer. Will see him in Heaven. Praying for all who will be missing him 🙏.
I will miss Rick so much. We were cousins and enjoyed time spent together over the years. From time spent at my parent’s home to reunions ,all fun times shared. My husband and family and I moved to North Tonawanda, N.Y.. and I would come home for a visit. I was fortunate to come home for a visit and Rick came back for a visit as well, so we had a wonderful time reminiscing. He fought so hard over the years with this horrible disease. He will be greatly missed. .He is up in heaven with God and pain free. Rest in peace “Ricky”. Love you Sympathies to his family.
I have known Rick for over 50 years. I have never had a better friend. I always contacted him for advice and he always had so much wisdom to share with me. If there is an afterlife, I know for sure he is in heaven. I love you Rick.
As always, your friend Karen
Very sorry for your loss. Rick was a great friend, Went to school with him. I know he was dealing with so much, he was trying to tell me just have faith in the man above, I’m dealing with this but he never was scared and always said it will be ok, I wish I had his strength. He loved his family and those adorable grandchildren he adored .God Bless you my friend R.I.P