Richard "Dick" Peter Teuscher

Richard Peter “Dick” Teuscher June 10, 1938-February 27, 2026 Richard Peter “Dick” Teuscher, age 87, of Westfield, Indiana left us on Friday, February 27, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of great story telling, fine cigars, numerous rounds of golf, and more friends than a person could accumulate in five lifetimes, let alone his one. If you had the pleasure of meeting him, you know he could talk to anyone. And not just talk but form a connection not to be forgotten. Dick was born in Evanston, Illinois to the late Leonard P. and Adrienne (Giraud) Teuscher. He spent his childhood days in Northbrook, IL, with his parents and his brother, Robert “Bob” Teuscher. Dick played multiple sports growing up, but his true love was the game of baseball. He played throughout his high school career at Taft High School in Chicago, IL, and then continued to play at Carroll College in Waukesha, WI, where he graduated in 1960. Baseball continued to be his true love, until he met his actual true love. Dick met Adrienne (Thompson) Teuscher in 1955 while they both attended Taft High School. They had their first date more than 70 years ago and were fortunate to celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on February 4, 2026. Dick worked mostly retail throughout his career, which resulted in many moves and several new states to live in. He and Adrienne adapted well and always managed to find support groups of friends that would remain friends for a lifetime. They were able to fulfill their dream of living in Florida and running their own cigar and collectible gifts store when they moved to Fort Myers, FL, in the Fall of 1985. They remained there until they moved to Indianapolis in the Fall of 2005. Dick worked several different jobs in Indy but ultimately ended his working career back in the cigar industry, educating others on the importance of a fine cigar. It would be difficult to find a more loyal and devoted Bears and Cubs fan than Dick. After spending decades repeating the mantra “wait until next year”, he was rewarded with a Super Bowl win in 1986 and a World Series victory in 2016. Watch out for the Bears and Cubs to do very well this year as he will be coaching them from heaven. Dick was an avid golfer and loved to spend time on the golf course with good friends, and yes, a good cigar. His favorite pastime, however, was spending time with his grandchildren. Watching them play sports, watching the Bears together, telling stories and sharing bits of wisdom brought him much joy. Dick spent his last days surrounded by family and was able to enjoy one final cigar and glass of Tito’s. Dick is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Adrienne Teuscher; daughters, Kathy Barrett (Rick), Suzy LaGrippe (Victor), and Barb Hallam (Jeff); grandchildren, Tory LaGrippe (Wesley), Sam Hallam, Alex LaGrippe, Jenna Barrett, Joe Hallam, Peter Hallam (Halle), and Nate Hallam; and great-grandson, Jackson Hallam. He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Teuscher; his mother, Adrienne Teuscher; and his brother, Robert Teuscher. The family will decide at a later date when a Celebration of Life will be held this summer. Final arrangements and care are entrusted to Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel.

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Richard "Dick" Peter Teuscher

June 10, 1938 - February 27, 2026