Fire Chief/EMT
North Chicago
Gurnee, IL
Age: 76
Last Call: 11/23/2023
Circumstances: Medical Event
Richard served in the U.S. Marines in Vietnam and was hired as a full-time firefighter with the North Chicago Fire Department in 1974. He was promoted to deputy fire chief in 1986 and served in that role until 1990 where he was then promoted to fire chief serving until 1998 when he retired. He was a good friend, and very loyal to his family which he loved so much. He hosted many memorable family gatherings and made a difference in the lives he touched. He is survived by his loving and caring wife, Kathleen Baker-Turner, six daughters, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, three sisters, one brother, nieces, and nephew, as well as a host of friends.