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Richard F. Piotrowski

January 23, 1934 January 29, 2025
Richard  F. Piotrowski
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Richard F. Piotrowski 91 of Peru passed away peacefully with his family at his side at home on January 29th. Per his wishes cremation rites have been accorded. A private graveside burial with full military rites will be conducted on a later date. The Burgess Funeral Home of LaSalle is assisting the family.


He was born on January 23, 1934 in LaSalle at home to Stanley and Mary Piotrowski.


He grew up on Tonti Street in LaSalle during the 30’s and 40’s and was a veteran, serving in the Army from 1953 to 1955.


He married the love of his life and best friend, Shirley Kowalski on October 29, 1960 at St. Patrick Church in LaSalle. They were married for sixty-four years, until she passed in 2024.


He retired from Huntsman Chemical Company on water street in Peru in 1992.


He was a member of St. Valentine’s Church in Peru. He loved and cherished being around his family and friends. He always enjoyed watching and cheering on the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears, and was very concerned about the final score of games.


He is survived by his son; Gary Piotrowski of Spring Valley, grandchildren; Xuxa Piotrowski of Chicago, Shana Piotrowski of Santa Clara, California, Sasha Piotrowski of Spring Valley, and various nieces and nephews.


He is preceded in death by: his wife Shirley, his parents, one brother; Stanley “Bud” Piotrowski, and four sisters; Esther, Irene, Bernice, and Virginia.


Online condolences may be expressed at www.burgessfh.com

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