JACHETTA, Richard R. (Age 78) Richard was born on September 23, 1934 in Priest River, Idaho to Ernest and Jennie Jachetta and passed away on December 15, 2012 in Spokane, Washington.

He worked for STA most of his life.

Richard was kind, gentle, fun loving, and had a big heart.

He was the greatest man his daughter and grandkids had ever known.

He loved sports and spending time with his family; watching his great grandbabies grow was the light of his life.

His passing was very untimely and unexpected; he will be greatly missed by many.

Richard is survived by his daughter Jennie Santiago, grandchildren; Rachel, Sarah, and Michaela, great-grandchildren; Kinsley and Avarie, life partner; Joan Jachetta, stepdaughter; Kris Wylie, step-grandchildren; Josh and Jack, brothers; George Naccarato (Joann) and Frank Jachetta (Darlene), as well as several nieces and nephews, also last but not least his beloved dog Misty.

A service will be held in Richard’s honor on Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Holy Cross Cemetery Chapel, 7200 N. Wall.

A potluck will follow at Richard’s home.

COMMUNITY CREMATION SERVICE 4407 N. Division, # 103 Spokane, WA 99207