Richard Bean

Richard "Rick" L. Bean 69, Rochester, Indiana, passed away at 9:01 P.M. on Monday December 9, 2024 at Woodlawn Health, Rochester, Indiana.

He was born on November 19, 1955 in Peoria, Illinois, the son of Delbert and Irene (Buckingham) Bean. After their tragic passing when he was a toddler, he and his siblings were raised by their paternal grandparents George and Margaret Bean. On December 18, 1976, he married Linda Stewart, they later divorced, but remained friends up until her passing on March 12, 2024.

Rick had worked in sales and marketing Rochester Metal Products since 1997 with plans to retire in March 2025. He loved his job and his co-workers. He was always willing to lend a hand to help his fellow co-workers by being a generous benefactor to any fundraisers that came to him.

Survivors include his sons, Matt (Laurie) Bean, Chris (Naomi) Bean, grandchildren, Shai and Katie Bean, several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, grandparents, brother, Thomas Bean, and sisters, Marlina Booe and Patricia Taylor.

Rick loved to hike in the woods, birdwatch, try new restaurants and he had a great fondness for chocolate.  He was always searching for and trying out specialty candy shops wherever he travelled. He enjoyed meeting new people and never met a stranger. Rick loved his family and looked forward to getting together – especially Easter when his nieces and nephews would come to his house for a weekend of fun. He was such a gift to them all and will be sorely missed.

Memorial services will take place at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, Indiana. Friends may visit from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Rick asked to be cremated. His ashes will be spread at a later date by his adoring family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to:  Rochester Metal Products, Attn: Kellie Swango, 616 Indiana Ave PO Box 488, Rochester IN 46975.  This is a fund that was created to help the families of Rochester Metal Products. He was a big believer that charity starts at home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com

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