LECHOTA, Richard F. ‘Rickles’ – of Flint, age 52, passed away on February 22, 2010 at his residence. A Funeral Service will be held 1 pm Monday, March 1, 2010 at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 E. Davison Rd., Davison; Deacon Michael Dear officiating. Burial will be in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 pm Saturday, 12-4 and 6-8 pm Sunday, 12-1 pm Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Richard’s family.

Richard was born in Flint on May 4, 1957, son of Joseph and Sophia (Respecki) Lechota. He was employed by Delphi for 31 years. Richard was an avid racecar enthusiast. He enjoyed going to the racetrack and watching his sons’ race.

Richard is survived by his children, Casey (Terry) Cash, Sara (Cliff) Urmanic, Nicholas Lechota (girlfriend, Tiffany), Jordan Lechota (girlfriend, Chauna); grandchildren, Morgan and Courtney Cash, Dylan, Alexis and Chase; Richard’s special buddy, Willie; mother, Sophia (Michael) Ward; brother, Robert (Debbie) Lechota; sisters, Joyce (Steve) Loncarevic, Susan (Ron) Murray and Judy (Jeff) Berry; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Lechota and brother, Ronald Lechota.

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