Richard “Rich” Palitzsch

Vernon Richard “Rich” Palitzsch of O’Fallon, Missouri, passed away Monday, March 4, 2019, at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Beverly Palitzsch; cherished son of the late Vernon and Georgia Palitzsch; devoted father of Richard (Rick) (Amy) Palitzsch, Tim (Pam) Palitzsch, and daughter-in-law Kim Palitzsch; loving grandfather of Tyler (Jamie Smith) Palitzsch, Zachary (Josie) Palitzsch, Devan Palitzsch, Shelby (Spencer Volling) Palitzsch, and Brandi Palitzsch; treasured great-grandfather of Johnny and Audrey Palitzsch; dear brother of Ray Lanzone, John (Carolyn) Palitzsch, and Ron Palitzsch.

Rich is also preceded in death by son Trent Palitzsch, granddaughter Zoey Palitzsch, and brother George Lanzone.

Rich was the owner and operator of R.B. Rice Sausage. He liked to be outside hunting, fishing, or golfing. Rich loved to work out in the yard and at his clubhouse in Holstein, Missouri. He was very social and loved hanging out with his friends. Rich was a member of Morning Star Church and Ducks Unlimited. Most importantly, he was a great dad, husband, and grandfather, and he loved his dogs. Rich was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Memorials may be made in Rich's memory to the Humane Society or Ducks Unlimited.