Per Rich and his family’s wishes, cremation rites have already taken place. A Celebration of Rich’s Life will be held at a later date. Burial will be in West Bend Cemetery in West Bend, Iowa.

Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown, Iowa has been entrusted to care for Rich and his family. To leave online condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com. Ph. 641-844-1234. Memorial contributions may be directed to the West Bend, Iowa American Legion, a Vietnam Veterans organization of choice, or an animal shelter of choice.

He is survived by his sons, Ronnie (Betsy) Fuchsen and Robbie (Rachael) Fuchsen, all of Alabama, as well as six grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings: John (Susan) Fuchsen, Robert (Nancy) Fuchsen, Ronald (Donna) Fuchsen, Suzanne (Bruce) Ray and William Fuchsen; along with many nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins.