Richard H. BeGuhn

Richard H. BeGuhn, 88, of Fishers, Indiana, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 2, 2024. Richard grew up in Dekalb, Illinois and graduated from Northern Illinois University with a degree in marketing. He served in the U.S. army as a medic. He worked as a sales representative for Mobile Oil in Wisconsin. Richard moved to Indianapolis for a sales position for Ransburg Corporation. In 1969, he founded American Industrial Corporation and grew the company from his home into the largest industrial painting and finishing equipment company in the country. He used his leadership skills, entrepreneurial background and mastered the art of relationships to acquire many related companies and engaged with international entities to implement improved finishing systems here in the United States. Richard’s passion was researching, collecting, restoring and showcasing antique and unique cars. He was a member of the Hoosier and National Classic Car Club of America and wrote several articles regarding his research on the unique and historic cars he owned. Richard was a mentor, leader and friend who was described by many as funny, kind and generous. He was well known for his “life lessons” that are quoted often by those he knew and loved. His family is grateful for the outpouring of kind words and stories of the positive impact he had on so many people in his life. Above all, he considered his relationship with his grandchildren his greatest legacy. Richard is survived by his wife of 11 years, Sharon L. Paris BeGuhn; his daughters, Lisa M. BeGuhn Olson (Steve Bond) and Suzie M. Foley (Shane); grandchildren, Ben B. Olson (Destiny Queen), Kyle C. Foley (Amber), Nick S. Foley (Courtney), Sophie M. Foley, Cody Bond, and Charlotte Bond; stepsons, Tony Paris and Tommy Paris; and sister, Claire Pintozzi (Bob). He was preceded in death by his parents, and a stepson, Scott Paris. Visitation will be Monday, October 7, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service at 7:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville Road, Fishers, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that contributions be made in his name to the Outrun the Sun organization for research and treatment of melanoma.

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Richard H. BeGuhn

January 17, 1936 - October 2, 2024