Richard J. Stehno

Rich was a private person. He told me he did not generally like to stay at other people's homes. He said he did feel comfortable staying at my house however. And, I did like that he felt that way. One morning when I got up Rich was reading a chemistry book. I was somewhat surprized at this but he said he was learning a lot. I think that is why Rich was so good at so many things, he was always reading and learning. Rich had a sense of humor that made us all smile. My prayers for Rich and peace and comfort to his family. I feel very blessed that I could be in Utah after Rich died. It helped me feel better to grieve with the Stehnos.

I have so many memories of my brother in law Rich. I was very, very young when Rich and Rose would of started to date. I was the ring bear at their wedding which I barely remember. Rich would always say something funny or do something funny to make me laugh. He would act like he would take his eye ball out and put it his mouth, or run his finger threw a candle flame. These where just a couple things that made me think he was amazing. I also remember the time I got a Red Baron kite as a gift. We took it out to the pasture north of the house and got it to fly and the red tails came down and it was amazing. When I got a little older Mom and Dad would let me go and stay with Rich and Rose in Omaha. Rich was the first person to take me to a movie theater. We got into his old bronze 1970s something pickup that he bought from grandpa if I remember right. We drove to the theater and watched Superman. Most of all I will remember Rich's contagious laugh and all the things he would fix and make for around the farm. Rose our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys.

I worked with Richard for many years at the Union Pacific Salt Lake Diesel Shop. He was always a pleasure to work with and fun to be around. Please accept my condolences for your loss. RIP Richard.

Rich will be greatly missed by his family and friends! His knowledge, humor and dependability are just a few of his attributes. Rich would bring his tools with him when he would go to the farm to visit, so he could take care of all his mother-in-law's projects. You sealed being the "favorite son-in-law for both Kathryn and Stanley. Rest is peace, Rich! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family! The Ryan Family

Rich had a great sense of humor and liked to tell jokes. I don’t think I ever saw him upset or mad or raise his voice. He loved electronics all his life and liked to do things on his cell phone and computer. Rich was also very good with woodwork and there didn’t seem there wasn’t anything Rich couldn’t do. Rich loved the mountains and was mild mannered and quiet and liked by everyone. Rich will be missed. Rest In Peace! Ted Sojka Brother in law

I always looked forward to seeing Rich at family gathering. We always had a lot of laughs. But then, the best circuses always have two clowns (LOL). He always had a way of telling a silly joke that made the in-laws laugh and his wife grin/smile and shake her head. Rich loved to pick on family, especially Mary, which was also fun (even though I would never dream of participating) Even with the fact that he was Stanley's favorite son-in-law, I was always glad to have Rich as a brother-in-law, but even more so as a friend . I'm going to miss him. Family gatherings will never be the same. RIP Rich.

May Richs family and friends find comfort in knowing he is now with Jesus. May The Good Lord Bless. Sta