Richard (Rick) Jay Ekola's obituary , Passed away on April 2, 2024 in Lafayette, Indiana

Richard (Rick) Jay Ekola

December 30, 1960 - April 2, 2024 (63 years old)

Lafayette, Indiana

Richard (Rick) Jay Ekola's obituary , Passed away on April 2, 2024 in Lafayette, Indiana

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Shoemaker Funeral Home

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Richard (Rick) Jay Ekola

December 30, 1960 - April 2, 2024 (63 years old)

Lafayette, Indiana

Richard Jay Ekola Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard Jay Ekola of Lafayette, Indiana, born in Salt Lake City, Utah, who passed away at the age of 63, on April 2, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Sanfred Ekola and Patricia Messman (Richardson); his wife Yong Hui Ekola; his children, Sheri L. Ekola and William J. Ekola; and his siblings, Terry Elliott and Sheri Ekola.

He is survived by: his son Kenny Ekola; his granddaughter Kenslee; his siblings, Don Ekola (Marion), Tina Betts (Garn), Sandra Ekola, Mia Ekola and Merry Carden; and his sister-in-law Margo Elliott.

In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Rick's memory to VFW Post 1154, 2660 Duncan Road, Lafayette, IN 47904.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Shoemaker Funeral Home



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2660 Duncan Rd, Lafayette, IN 47904

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