Richard E Turpin

October 3, 1939 - January 21, 2021

Richard E. Turpin Sr. Born on October 3, 1939 passed away on Thursday January 21, 2021. Richard was 81 years old and is survived by his older brother Charles Turpin (Betty) of Ft. Meyers Fl., his children Richard Turpin (Lynn Turpin) of Battle Creek Mi, Sherry Sauceda (Xavier Sauceda) of Lake Station, Christy Turpin-Fay (Ed Fay) of La Porte. There are 8 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren which he cherished with his whole heart. Preceded in death by his parents Archie & Mary Turpin, Brothers William Turpin, James Turpin, Robert Turpin, Sisters Marjory Lukowski, Shirley Sytnik, Betty Kalbac, Marcia Turpin. Richard was disabled at the age of 28 years old. Yet he kept a positive attitude & never let his disabilities keep him down. He was a tremendous father, good friend and excellent cook. Richard was a member of the American Legion in Highland In,. Richard was a generous and appreciative man, took nothing and no one for granted. He did not have much materially, but he was always willing to share and help in anyway he could. He loved to camp, fish and socialize with family and friends. He enjoyed playing poker with his brothers & nephews especially loved it when he won! :) In view of COVID and because life is so precious, we are going to have a Zoom Funeral on Saturday January 30th 2021. For information to log onto the funeral contact: Christy 219.741.3884 or Dan Cedano 219.508.9355 There will be a celebration of life at a later date. Burns Funeral Home, Crown Point, entrusted with arrangements. www.burnsfuneral.com