Richard Backstein's Obituary
Decatur-Richard E. 'Dick' Backstein, 79, of Decatur, passed away at 11 a.m. Monday June 14, 2010 at McKinley Court with his family by his side.
Memorial services to celebrate Dick's life will be at a later date. Interment will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Homeward Bound. Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Dick was born January 5, 1931 in Decatur, the son of George L. and Eva (Morthland) Bachstein. He was previously employed at Firestone retiring after twenty years of service. He enjoyed riding his Harley and being around people. He was a member of Life Foursquare Church. He married Sandra Knott December 30, 1987.
He leaves behind his wife Sandra, sons; George and wife Cindy of Springfield, Martin John of Decatur, Richard, Jr. and wife Cay of Decatur, and Doug and wife Cheryl of Springfield, daughter; Sharon Bachstein of California, brother; William E. Bachstein of Decatur, seven grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren.
He was reunited in heaven with his parents, brother; George, Jr., and a grandchild.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the nurses and staff especially Kathy with DMH Home Hospice for all of their compassionate, loving care of cricket.
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