Richard L. Kasl passed away on July 2, 2023 at Crete Area Hospital at the age of 87 years.  He was born on the family farm near Tabor Hall on August 12, 1935 to George, Sr. and Emma (Rezabek) Kasl.  Richard attended Mount Pleasant Country School until the 8th grade, and then helped on the family farm.  Richard served in the Army National Guard for several years.  On May 10, 1955, Richard and Darlene Kotas were united in marriage and made their home place near Tabor Hall.  Richard and Darlene were blessed with their only son, Marvin R. Kasl, on July 16, 1957. Richard was a member of Tabor Hall and August Vanek American Legion Post #264.  He enjoyed listening to polka music and every Sunday to the All Star Polka Show.  Darlene passed away on September 14, 1984. Richard later met Shirley Ladman, and on March 19, 1993 they were married and made their home in Dorchester.  Richard is survived by his wife Shirley of 30 years, son:  Marvin and wife Sharon of Dorchester, granddaughter:  Katie Jo Kasl of Phoenix, Arizona, grandson:  Brent Marvin Kasl of Dorchester.  Stepson:  Allen Ladman and wife Karen, stepdaughter:  Sharon Slama and families.  Brother: Robert Kasl and wife Marva of Dorchester, sisters in law:  Shirley Kasl and Evelyn Kasl both of Dorchester.  Many nieces, nephews and other relatives.  Richard was preceded in death by his parents, parents in law:  Edward and Marie Kotas, sisters and brothers in law:  Evelyn and Elmer Branzovsky, Helen and Edward Halada, Dorothy and Lumir Kotas, Gladys and Warren Burda, brothers and sisters in law:  Ed and Rosella Kasl, Frank Kasl and George Kasl, Jr.  Several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 7, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete.  Visitation is on Thursday from 5 – 8 PM at the funeral home.  Memorials are designated to the Dorchester Volunteer Fire Department in lieu of flowers.