Richard Oechsle, 91, passed away May 26, 2017, under the care of Bella Hospice. Richard was born in Cleveland, September 28, 1925. On May 14, 1949 he married Irene Lalak. He was a loving husband, father and step-grandfather. He loved and followed all Cleveland sports teams. Richard is survived by his wife of 68 years, Irene Oechsle. He was preceded in death by his children, Judith Ellen Oechsle in 1957 and Paul Richard Oechsle in 1990, and step-grandson, Brian Havlik. He is survived by his step-granddaughter, Cathleen Nicholson. He was the beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation on Friday, June 2, 10am, at St. Joseph Church, 32929 Lake Rd., Avon Lake, one hour prior to 11:00am Mass of Christian Burial. Memorials are suggested to Bella Care Hospice, Celebrate Life Fund, In Memory of Richard Oechsle, 5000 Rockside Rd., suite 150, Independence, Ohio, 44131 www.buschcares.com 440-933-3202