Richard R. Criswell

January 18, 1932 - November 19, 2023

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Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation Services

613 Washington St.

Michigan City, IN 46360

Wednesday 11/22, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation Services

613 Washington St.

Michigan City, IN 46360

Wednesday 11/22, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Greenwood Cemetery

153 Tilden Ave.

Michigan City, IN 46360

Wednesday 11/22, 2:15 pm - 2:30 pm

Richard R. Criswell, 91 of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023.

He was born on January 18, 1932 to Thomas and Elizabeth (Schneider) Criswell who preceded him in death.

Richard is survived by his children: Bill (Sandy), Barry (Tamara), Dale, and Bruce (Rosa) Criswell; grandchildren: Allison (Arron) Hinds, Holly (Barry) Wojcik, Sara Criswell, Alex Criswell, Blythe Criswell, Rebekah Criswell, and Jenny Criswell; and great grandchildren: Olivia, Emilia, and Sophie Hinds.

He was also preceded in death by his wife: Nancy; son: Daniel Criswell; brother: Jack Criswell; and sisters: Marge Rotzien, Eleanor Venice, and Audrey Aldridge.

Richard was an Elston High School graduate in 1949. He started at Frey Brothers Lumbar Yard and retired from Bethlehem Steel as a turn Foreman after 27 years of service. He enjoyed woodworking, golfing, gardening, and was a self-taught chef. Richard officiated for High School basketball and baseball and was working within a group with Jerry Karstens, Buck Woodard, and Jim Emerich. He was also a part of a group that founded I C baseball in Michigan City. He was an avid Chicago sports fan along with the Big Ten Conference.

Richard married the love of his life, Nancy Criswell on February 3, 1951. They enjoyed traveling the entire United States and the Canadian Rockies. His proudest travel was to take his family to vacation up to the Boundary Waters in northern Minnesota. These trips included canoeing, fishing, camping out in the pristine wilderness and the lakes of the boundary waters.

Family and friends are invited for a visitation on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm at Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home, 613 Washington Street, Michigan City, Indiana 46304 with Pastor Ericka Parkinson of the First Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Dunes Hospice.

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Richard R. Criswell, 91 of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023. He was born on January 18, 1932 to Thomas and Elizabeth (Schneider) Criswell who preceded him in death. Richard is survived by his children: Bill (Sandy), Barry (Tamara), Dale, and Bruce (Rosa) Criswell; grandchildren: Allison (Arron) Hinds, Holly (Barry) Wojcik,Continue Reading

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I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. He was always a good man to all the neighborhood kids. Especially the boys, hahaha. Know we're all orphans of all of us kids that ran today.. My prayers are with you and your family. Love the Graham family....

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So sorry for your family’s loss. Prayers and many blessings to you all during this difficult time.

My condolences to the family. Thank you for taking your son's to the BWCA. R.I.P. Mr. Criswell

So sorry for your loss. You look like him in the posted picture. You have been a good son!

Please pass along our sincere condolences to Bill, Barry, Dale, Bruce and all of the Criswell family members. I'm sorry that Donna & I won't be able to attend the funeral but know that you all are in our thoughts & prayers. With this being Thanksgiving weekend- I'm thankful Uncle Dick & Aunt Nancy are in heaven celebrating together, in peace, without pain. God bless our Criswell cousins. Mike & Donna Weisflog

I am sorry for the loss of this man's light in your life. It sounds like he was remembered fondly by many. My condolences and thoughts go out to you and your family as you mourn. May you find comfort and joyful moments remembering him as he was to you.

Thinking of you Barry and Tammy, and all of your family. Our heartfelt condolences ❤️

Sending deepest sympathies to all of the Criswells. May fond memories bring peace to your hearts. The last of the "Parental" Michigan City Generation!

I remember him telling me a story about his dad buying them new shoes… Our bought school shoes. One day they were walking along the train tracks when the tracks suddenly became really slippery! They looked down and the soles of their shoes were melting! So they tried to scrape off the melted portion onto the ties on their way home, but they ended up down to the leather that made up the inside. When they got home their dad was hot!”, Grandpa said.

So very sorry to hear of Mr. Criswell's passing. Sending hugs and prayers and my deepest condolences to Bruce & Rosa and family.

My deepest sympathy expressed to the entire Criswell FAMILY. I do mean family as your entire group deserves so much recognition for being there for one another.May your hearts be flooded with fond rembrances now and always.Elaine

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.