Richard M. Lalas, passed away suddenly on January 7, 2023; resident of Palos Hills, Illinois, beloved husband of the late Janina nee Tamosaitis Lalas; loving father of Robert (Samuel) Lalas; cherished grandfather of Christina (Austin)McKinney, Michael, and Matthew Lalas; dear brother of the late Alexandra (the late Vytis) Zilinskas; dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather for a memorial visitation on Thursday, January 19, 2023, from 3 P.M .to 8 P.M. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Funeral Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Interment will be private.