Richard J Arendt, Esq.

After a seven year battle with cancer, Richard J Arendt passed away December 24 at 7:00 in the morning. He died peacefully, pain-free, in his own bed, in his own home, just the way he  wanted.  I guess I couldn’t ask for anything more.

Rich loved being a lawyer,  actively practicing for more than 49 years. He cherished  his clients and became dear friends to so many of them.  Rich closed his legal practice effective October 31, 2025.

A very private man, Rich didn’t share much of the details of his private life with anyone outside of his home. Rich had numerous circles of friends, some connected and some not. He prayed everyday, found the love of his life later in life and I found the love of my life in him. Together we enjoyed a very large extended family. We relished time with our four grandchildren and  countless nieces, nephews, and grand nephews.

Rich is being cremated. A celebration of life will occur in summer 2026 on lake Michigan.    I wish a blessed new year and excellent health to you and your families. Thank you for being such good friends to both of us over our many years together.

Marge Falendysz

Park Ridge, IL 60068