Richard Allen Riba

May 22, 1943 - February 21, 2022

Richard Allen Riba, age 78, of Hobart, passed away on February 21, 2022. He was born in Gary, IN on May 22, 1943, to Manuel and Isabel Riba. Richard was the oldest of two children. He graduated from Hobart High School in 1961 and proudly served in the Army from 1965 until 1969. Richard retired in 1999 after teaching 5th grade at Liberty Elementary School for 31 years. He is remembered for his dedication, kindness, humor and generosity. Richard was a member of Augustana Lutheran Church since 1972, where he served as President of the church council for two years. He was also a member of the Maria Reiner Center since it’s opening. He coached three sports while teaching, age group swimming at the Y.M.C.A., girls junior varsity basketball at Hobart High School and softball at Hobart High School. Richard has been a member of the Hobart Kiwanis since retirement in 1999 and has been able to pursue his love for photography. He will be greatly missed. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; two sons-Scott and Jason. He is survived by his wife of 52 years-Judy; sister-Linda Adler of Portage; many nieces and nephews; great nephews and great nieces; two godsons; two goddaughters. Private arrangements entrusted to Burns Funeral Home (Hobart). www.burnsfuneral.com.