Richard Segulin

In Loving Memory of Richard Segulin

On October 11, 2026, the world lost a truly great man. Richard Segulin was a man who lived a life defined by resilience, hard work, deep sacrifice and a massive heart.

Preceded in death by his wife Marilyn (nee Ponikvar), twin brother William, parents and four other siblings.

Father to Rick, Rob (Tammy), Paula (Erik), and Lynn Marie and five grandchildren Therese (Dan), Erika (Nathan), Libby, Marie and Madie.

Born a leap-year twin on February 29, 1940, Richard was raised by resilient immigrant parents. After losing his twin brother this past June, Richard was the proud final survivor of a large and loving family.

His legendary work ethic began early in life. As a young man, he worked as a golf caddy, frequently hitchhiking twenty miles from Cleveland to the affluent eastern suburbs to earn a living. After graduating from high school, he proudly answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Marine Corps and completing four years of distinguished, honorable service.

Upon returning home, Richard married the love of his life, Marilyn. Together, they shared fifty-three years of marriage. Through his hard work at a local factory, he epitomized the American dream—providing an abundant life for his family, purchasing a home, a boat and a camper, and proudly raising four children.

When the economic landscape shifted drastically in the late 1970s and 1980s, manufacturing and the steel industry left Cleveland. Faced with hardship when National Acme suddenly closed, Richard did what he always did: he adapted. He reinvented himself, taking on jobs in his field where he worked faithfully until retirement. Despite these industrial upheavals, his grit never wavered; he managed to put all four of his children through college and quite literally built a magnificent new home for his family from the ground up.

Richard was a pillar of his local community and St. Helen Church. He gave generously of his time as a parent organizer/chaperone to St. Helen Unicycle Team, calling the parish's weekly bingo games, organizing annual casino nights and other church charity events that benefitted local families.

Later in life, his true capacity for love was on full display. He selflessly and tenderly cared for his ailing wife, Marilyn, for years until her passing, all while helping Lynn to raise his youngest granddaughter, Madie. Afterward, he dedicated several years to caring for his aunt until her passing. He did it all without a single complaint and asked for nothing in return, offering everyone around him a living masterclass in what unconditional love truly looks like.

Richard took his final journey home surrounded by the family that adored him. He leaves behind a legacy of strength, sacrifice and an unmatched devotion to the people he loved.

An internment service will be held Saturday, February 27, 2027. Details to follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that you carry out a selfless act of service or kindness in Richard’s memory.