RICHARD E. PLANK

age 84, of Schererville, formerly Lynwood and Chicago, passed away Friday, December 11, 2015. Richard is survived by his children: Sandra Strauch, Richard M. Plank, Nancy (Emiel) Linders, Mary (Rilio) Mastrantonio, Micki St. John and Amy (Tim) Coffey; grandchildren: Stephanye, David, Vanessa, Rick, Jack, Geneve, Rachel, Samantha, Michael, Stacey, Brooke, Ted, Tony, Ries, Paul, Mark, Emily and Patrick; 11 great grandchildren; sister Judy (Dan) Mankowski; one niece, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years Jacquie and daughter Susan.

Richard proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He ran Plank Tax and Accounting for over 40 years and retired from Hawk Enterprises. Richard was a skilled handyman, avid golfer, enjoyed playing poker and looked forward to weekly breakfast outings with his loving family.

Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 from 2:00-8:00 PM at the Solan Pruzin Funeral Home & Crematory, 14 Kennedy Ave, Schererville, IN. Family and friends are invited to share thoughts and memories at 7:30 PM. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers donations in Richard's honor may be made to the American Lung Association.