Obituary: Dr. Richard Hunckler Jr.

Obituary published and funeral arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory

Dr. Richard Hunckler Jr.

“Dick”

Age 64, of Joliet, passed away unexpectedly Monday, December 21, 2020, at his late residence. Dick was the eldest of four boys born June 6, 1956, to Richard J. Hunckler Sr (3/24/1932- 8/20/1995) and Mary T (Loscheider) Hunckler.

Dick is survived by his mother Mary T. Hunckler (Loscheider); Son, Timothy R. Hunckler; Daughter, Amy K. Hunckler; Brothers Stephen P. (Barbara), Mark A. (Maribeth) and James E. (Amy); Nephew, Thomas R. Hunckler; Honorary sister/cousin, Kathleen Loscheider and the "love of his life" - Jane Marie Condon; and multiple aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Dr. Hunckler had a 33-year career as a Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dentist. He was a member of the Housestaff at the Walter G. Zoller Memorial Dental Clinic at The University of Chicago. Degreed from the University of Chicago; Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine (Salutatorian); Eastern Illinois University (Academic Excellence Award); Joliet Junior College (Member of State Championship Golf Team), Joliet West High School (President of his Senior Class) and St. Jude Grade School (Goof-Off).

Dr. Hunckler was voted a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, Beta Beta Beta, and the Phi Sigma Society All National Academic Fraternities.

Dick was an avid fan and a lifelong golfer. He is survived by the members of his foursome "The Back Nine Boys"; Kelly (Nancy) Campbell; Bob (Kathy) Downey and Tim (Mary) Suste. Bob and Tim, just remember "Duck!"

Dick also loved playing euchre with and against his lifelong friends/brothers Steve, Mark, and Jim - "Remember Orlando!" I love you guys.

And above all Dick was raised by parents who loved him and he sincerely wishes everyone could have that advantage in life! "Thanks Mom!"

"I will miss the sun and surf of Siesta Key, following the activities and world travels of my son Tim, a swallow of pure water, a breath of fresh air, and being an American! But most of all-seeing and speaking with each and every one of you!"

Our small addition to his words: Dick was kind, thoughtful, fun-loving, fiercely loyal, extremely intelligent and if you met him, Dick didn't want to talk about himself he wanted to know your story.

Please keep him in your prayers.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to St. Jude Catholic School: https://www.stjudejoliet.org/online-giving

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the family will be holding services privately. Please visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.

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