Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Richard A. Paun, "Rich"

Passed away on April 3, 2025

Richard A. “Rich” Paun, age 81 of St. John formerly of Dyer and Lansing passed away on April 3, 2025.  Beloved husband of Joyce.  Loving father of Deborah (Eric) Stanich, Christine (Jay Sealy) Bryant, James (Neicy) Johnson, Trisha (Dan) Bland, and Timothy Johnson.  Cherished grandfather of Luke, Joshua, Leah, A.J., Danica, Nia, Eli, Ivy, Reina, and Olivia.  Rich was a veteran of the U.S. Army.  Rich was an active senior participating in the Swingin’ Seniors with the Chicago Bulls, a cast member in the “Nutcracker”, an avid car and model train lover and a handyman who could fix just about anything.

Visitation Friday, April 11, 2025 from 3:00 pm until time of Military Honors and Funeral Service at 7:00 pm at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel 11300 W. 97th Ln. (1/2 block west of US 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th LN.) St. John.  For more information 219-365-3474

Visitation Location

St. John
11300 W. 97th Lane
St. John, IN 46373
(219) 365-3474

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Visitation Information

Friday, April 11, 2025 - 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm

Prayer Service
Friday, April 11, 2025 - 7:00 pm

Condolences
"My condolences to Rich's family. We worked together at Sweetheart Cup for many years. He was an easy guy to get along with.; BOB"
- Bob Schuller
April 8, 2025 3:45 pm
"As old neighbors, we reflect on Rich who was so effervescent, savvy, competent, and talented in many ways. These qualities will prevail in a legacy to his family. May he rest in peace. Our sincere condolences to all, especially Debbie and Chrissy, as we reflect on our little best friends from Sharon Court! Jack & Jan McKenna"
- Jan Mckenna
April 10, 2025 8:59 am
"My condolences. Rich worked with me at Husky for many years. I enjoyed the time I spent with him outside of work. When I was visiting to Chicago, he made sure I felt at home. When My daughter was born, he would bring me toys for her. When he retired, we kept in touch for a while. I will never forget his Bulls dance team, the Nutcracker and discussions about cars and his model trains. He was a very kind and generous man, talking about his kids and grandkids proudly. I will miss our conversation. He touched so many people's lives as well as made me a better person for knowing him. He will be missed."
- Jeff Taylor
April 11, 2025 6:56 am
Candles Lit