Richard Yochim obituary: Richard Yochim's Obituary, Denver

In Memory Of
Richard L. Yochim
1952 - 2016

Obituary photo of Richard Yochim, Denver-CO
Obituary photo of Richard Yochim, Denver-CO

In Memory Of
Richard L. Yochim
1952 - 2016

Richard L. Yochim, 64, of Arvada, passed away December 2, 2016.

He was born July 24, 1952 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of Leo and Elaine (McGoldrick) Yochim.

On March 4, 1978, he married Vanessa Klingfus.

He was a member of Centerpoint Community Church in Arvada.

Richard enjoyed camping and cycling. He was an avid Beatles fan. His greatest achievement was being a devoted husband, loving father and follower of Jesus. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren and taking walks with his beautiful wife.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Vanessa Yochim; Five Children, Taber (Dale) Torres, Marisa (Nathan) Hawk, Tari Yochim, Eric Yochim and Aaron (Randi) Yochim; Thirteen Grandchildren, Clay Torres, William Torres, Daimyon Torres, Mercedes Torres, Portia Torres, Dausyn Torres, Dominyck Torres, Telan Hawk, Micah Hawk, Reagan Hawk, Colden Hawk, Sidney Hawk and Makayla Gherardi; 9 Brothers and Sisters; and Many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by Father, Leo R. Yochim and Mother, Elaine E. Yochim.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Richard's page through Compassion International at www.actforcompassion.com/richard-yochim.

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Richard L. Yochim, 64, of Arvada, passed away December 2, 2016.

He was born July 24, 1952 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of Leo and Elaine (McGoldrick) Yochim.

On March 4, 1978, he married Vanessa Klingfus.

He was a member of Centerpoint Community Church in Arvada.

Richard enjoyed camping and cycling. He was an avid Beatles fan. His greatest achievement was being a devoted husband, loving father and follower of Jesus. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren and taking walks with his beautiful wife.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Vanessa Yochim; Five Children, Taber (Dale) Torres, Marisa (Nathan) Hawk, Tari Yochim, Eric Yochim and Aaron (Randi) Yochim; Thirteen Grandchildren, Clay Torres, William Torres, Daimyon Torres, Mercedes Torres, Portia Torres, Dausyn Torres, Dominyck Torres, Telan Hawk, Micah Hawk, Reagan Hawk, Colden Hawk, Sidney Hawk and Makayla Gherardi; 9 Brothers and Sisters; and Many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by Father, Leo R. Yochim and Mother, Elaine E. Yochim.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Richard's page through Compassion International at www.actforcompassion.com/richard-yochim.

To share a memory of Richard or leave a special condolence message for his family, please click the Share Memories button above.

Services & Gatherings

Memorial Service

Friday, December 9, 2016 at 3:00pm
Centerpoint Community Church, 6265 Garrison St, Arvada, CO 80004

Interment

Arvada Cemetery
5581 Independence St, Arvada, CO 80002

West Metro Chapel (303-274-6065) is assisting the family

West Metro Chapel (303-274-6065) is assisting the family

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