Richard “Dick” H. Powell, Sr., 86, of Addison, formerly of Oak Park, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, February 23, 2026. Richard served his country in the United States Navy and was a firefighter with the River Forest, IL, Fire Department, where he retired as a Lieutenant.

Beloved husband of Catherine Powell (Duffy). Loving son of the late Howard “Hap” Powell and Margaret C. Powell (Cavanagh). Cherished father of the late Richard, Jr. (Karen), Dennis (Andrea), Jeffrey (Jayme), Anita Madren (Jim), Victoria Guyer (Gregory), Sara Asher (Josh), Samantha Foster (Aaron), Elizabeth Fischer, and Mark Fischer (Karrie). Dear grandfather of Jennifer, Michael, Briana, Jason, Mackenzie, Jeffrey, Jr., Brayden, Lillian, Caleb, Eva, Sophia, Zoey, Ava, and Flynn. Fond Great-Grandfather of Alyssa and Layla. Dear brother of the late Patricia Dwyer (the late William, Sr.), the late Margaret S. Wisdom (the late Carl), Terence (Helen), Kathleen Plepel (the late James, Sr.), Michael (Camille), Kevin (Karen), and David (Anita). Caring uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are to gather for the visitation on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 3:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Humes Funeral Home, 320 W. Lake Street, Addison, IL 60101. The funeral will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at St. Bernardine Catholic Church, 801 S. Elgin, Forest Park, IL. 60130. Lying in state at 10:00 AM until the time of Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment private at a later date. For additional information please call 630-628-8808.