Son of the late John and Mildred (nee Stojkovic) Klypchak. Devoted husband of Judy (nee Eckenfels). Loving father of Cheryl Taylor (Ken). Grandfather to Zachary and Nicholas (Taylor). Great grandfather to Eliza and Delaney. Brother of the Charles Klypchak (deceased), Walter Klypchak, William Klypchak (deceased), Roseann Lempeck, Raymond Klypchak, Ronald Klypchak, Donna Cuevas, Donald Klypchak, Ann Sagar, Thomas Klypchak, Cheryl Eminian, and David Klypchak. Loving Uncle to many.
"Speedy" was a great dog dad and an animal lover. Rick loved his work as a mechanic at Yellow and Westlake Cab. Rick was a Cleveland Sports fan and would attend many games.