Richard "Rick" Anspach

Richard "Rick" William Anspach, 63, of Mentor Ohio, passed away on December 19, 2022, surrounded by family. He fought a long battle against Glioblastoma before succumbing to his illness. Rick was born on November 7, 1959 to Diane (Tomlinson) and Carl Anspach in Chardon Ohio. After graduating from Berkshire High School he went on to work as an expert machinist; excelling in his field and achieving his life-long goal of owning his own shop: Star Wire & Machine. Rick was truly a wonderful husband, dedicated father, and friend to many. His greatest joy in life was raising his children. He spent his time rough housing with them as kids, he enjoyed bringing them to the shop, and he was deeply proud of who they grew up to be. He always made time to teach and laugh with his grandkids. Rick embodied the deep belief that "family is everything". Many will remember Rick as coaching Little League Football, McMinn Baseball, and many other teams. He was never without music; playing guitar and performing vocals for Suicide Squeeze, Live Wire, 360 and Once Again. He was self-taught, but he played so well you could not tell. Rick also had a great love for his black labs, Bossy, Ember, and Xena. He was best described as having a spirited sense of humor and for always making others laugh. He will be deeply missed. Rick was preceded in death by his mother (Diane Tomlinson Anspach) and father (Carl Anspach), as well as his brother (Jimmy Anspach). He is survived by his loving wife: Christina (Ryder) Anspach, children: Matthew (Amy) Anspach, Jamie (Jimmy) Kopec, Ryan (Raven) Anspach, John (Caitlin) Anspach, Kyle Anspach, and grandchildren: Benny, Evie, Lucas, Emilia, and Joey. He is also survived by his sister, Carla (Dave) Slater and his first wife, Ellen (Billie) Kaim and numerous nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Monreal Funeral Home from 4:00-8:00 pm, 35400 Curtis Blvd, Eastlake. A funeral mass will follow on Friday, December 23, 2022, at 9:30 am at Saint John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Road, Mentor. In honor of Rick's battle, donations may be made to The Glioblastoma Foundation or Hospice of the Western Reserve.

Richard "Rick" Anspach

November 7, 1959 - December 19, 2022

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