Richard J. Mackowiak, age 88, of Des Plaines, Illinois since 1962 passed away April 30, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Barbara Mackowiak (nee Velek). Dear father of Catherine and the late John Mackowiak. Loving brother of the late Roman (Mary) Mackowiak and the late Loraine Mackowiak. Fond uncle of Paula Mackowiak, Steven and Scott Derrick. Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 4, from 3:00-7:00 PM with services at 7:00 PM at G.L. Hills Funeral Home, 745 Graceland Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Self Help Closet & Food Pantry, 769 Holiday Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016, sites.google.com/view/closet-pantry-of-des-plaines/donations would be appreciated. Funeral care provided by G.L. Hills Funeral Home and Cremation Center. For information, call 847-699-9003 or visit www.glhillsfuneralhome.com .

Due to COVID resitrictions, the funeral home capacity is limited to 45 guests at one time. Masks and social distancing will be required.