Richard J Govea Obituary

We bid farewell to Richard J Govea of Rochelle, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 7, 2025 at the age of 72. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ramiro Govea and Angeline Stellatos (Marquez); and his brother David Govea. He is survived by: his wife Maggie Govea of Rochelle; his child Francis Govea (Nadia); his granddaughter Phoebe Govea of Morrison, IL; his sons, Ian Govea of Rochelle and Bobby Duffy Govea (Kaity); his grandchildren, Ruby and River Duffy Govea of Westchester, IL; his siblings, Larry Govea (Liz) of Converse, TX and Dolores Stone of Lakeland, FL; his stepfather Bobby Stellatos; his stepsister Rana Stellatos Downs (Lillian); and his sister-in-law Fay Govea.

Memorials may be made in Richard's memory to Northwestern Regional Cancer Center, 10 Health Services Drive, DeKalb, IL 60115.