Richard C. Kressen

December 25, 1935 - May 25, 2022

Richard C. Kressen, 86, of Rensselaer, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at his residence. Richard was born in Fair Oaks, IN on December 25, 1935, the son of Bruno and Martha Amanda (Damer) Kressen. Richard graduated from Mt. Ayr High School with the Class of 1954. Richard married Margaret Rose Steele, on August 25, 1956, in Momence, IL, and she preceded him in death on October 23, 2011. Richard worked as a machine operator at Northway Products Incorporated for 33 years, and he was also a self-employed farmer. He was a member of the St. Luke Lutheran Church of Rensselaer. Richard loved working with wood and was considered a master woodworking craftsman. He enjoyed spending time with his family and will be missed by all. Richard is survived by his children, Dale (Lisa) Kressen of Morocco, IN, Kenneth (Mary) Kressen of Wheatfield, IN, Lori (Gary Sell) Joers of Rensselaer, IN; ten grandchildren; twenty great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild; sister-in-law, Rose Kressen and one nephew, Brian Kressen. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Bruno and Martha, wife, Margaret, brother, Donald Kressen, and nephew, Larry Kressen. Friends may call upon the family at Jackson Funeral Chapel of Rensselaer on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM CDT. A Funeral Service will follow at Jackson Funeral Chapel at 11:00 AM CDT with Pastor Marc Cohen officiating. Interment will occur at Memory Gardens of Rensselaer. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Luke Lutheran Church of Rensselaer.