Mr Richard John Fischlein
April 3, 1935 - January 18, 2022
On January 18, 2022 Dick Fischlein, of Foley, AL passed after a year-long battle with abdominal infections. Dick was born and lived in Davenport, Iowa for 54 of his 86 years. He worked at and retired from Caterpillar Tractor Company of Mount Joy, IA. Dick is survived by his wife of 64 years, Geraldine Fries Fischlein (Gerry); his daughters Jodi Tupper (Tim) of Davenport and Laura Muth of Foley; his 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brother Robert of Havasu City, AZ; and sister Shirley Ipsen. His is preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Hazel Fischlein, his brother Joseph, and his son Michael. Dick’s passions in life were his family, traveling, sailing, golf and tinkering with his 1930 Model A he had restored, as well as always giving a helping hand wherever asked or needed. He loved working with wood, making toys for his grandchildren and furniture for his family. Visitation will be held at 11:00 Friday January 28 at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, 12795 Illinois St. Elberta, AL followed by a mass at 12:00. Private, family entombment to follow.
On January 18, 2022 Dick Fischlein, of Foley, AL passed after a year-long battle with abdominal infections. Dick was born and lived in Davenport, Iowa for 54 of his 86 years. He worked at and retired from Caterpillar Tractor Company of Mount... View Obituary & Service Information