Richard Clark Genslinger

Princeton - Richard "Dick" C. Genslinger, 90, of Princeton, IL passed away at Aperion Care on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, where he had only recently resided, living all but his last three weeks in his home. Dick was born on January 10, 1934, to the late Clarence and Marjorie (Howard) Genslinger in Malden, IL. He graduated from Malden High School. He married Joyce Sapp on November 20, 1958, at the First Lutheran Church of Princeton and they celebrated almost 62 years together. He worked for the Santa Fe Railroad until he retired 25 years ago, was a member of the Wyanet VFW and the Moose Lodge in Princeton and was a familiar face at the Princeton Inn and Park Tavern - if you frequent either establishment be sure to tip a Schlitz in his memory. Dick loved to spend time with his kids, grandkids and great grandkids. Nothing made him happier and smile more. He had fond memories of fishing and hunting with family and friends. He was proud of the time he spent in the Army during the Korean War and told great stories about that experience. He enjoyed gardening, cooking and keeping his house up and did so until he became too ill. His presence will be sorely missed by his neighbors who often stopped over to chat or bring him treats as he sat in his garage rocking chair listening to Willie's Roadhouse on his radio, waving to people out for walks and kids riding bikes, and drinking his favorite beverage (the afore-mentioned Schlitz). Special thanks to Chad & Michelle, Pat & Tina, "Moon", Scottie, the Himes, and Russ for being such good friends and watching out for him. "Pin", hope the two of you are sharing a cold one. Dick is survived by six children, Gay (Michael) Uttenhove of Grasston, MN, Gary (Laurie) Genslinger of Highlands Ranch, CO, Danny (Donna) Genslinger of Talking Rock, GA, Susan Fisher of Princeton, IL, Darren (Brandy) Genslinger of Malden, IL and Lisa (Tim) Bruch of Mitchell, SD; eleven grandchildren, Jason Uttenhove, Kristin (Justin) Schaub, Ashley (Zack) Zaitz, Lindsay (Dan) Wehrwein, James (Christie) Ross, Hannah Genslinger, Seth (Whitney) Fisher, Reed Fisher, Chelsea (Colton) Stage, Natovia Talbot, and Matthew Bruch; eighteen great grandchildren, April, Emily, William, Benjamin, Addie, Wade, Hazel, Cameron, Nathan, Lilly, Judah, Esther, Steven, Seth, Chase, Piper, Finley, and Barrett; sister Toots (Linda) Cumpton of Princeton, IL, and brother Bub (Neil) Genslinger of Malden, IL; sisters-in-law, Ann Sapp of Wyanet, IL, Judy Forman of Iowa, and Barb Kosanke of North Carolina; his favorite niece Mindy (as he often called her), and many other nieces and nephews who were all so very much loved by him. Besides his parents, Dick has been reunited with his wife Joyce, daughter Teresa, grandson Justin Schindel, brothers Norman, Gene, and Jerry, sister Bonnie Rossler, son-in-law Gregg Fisher, brothers-in-law Jim Sapp, Fred Sapp, John Rossler, Bob Cumpton, and Bill Kosanke, and sisters-in-law Charlotte Genslinger, Shirley Genslinger and Bonnie Genslinger. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Wyanet VFW or the Princeton American Legion. Dick and Joyce will be laid to rest together on July 12th at 1:30 in a graveside service at the Malden Cemetery. Everyone is welcome to gather at the Princeton Inn afterwards. Online condolences may be left at www.norbergfh.com Arrangements by Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments.

Richard Clark Genslinger

January 10, 1934 - April 2, 2024