Richard Joseph Regovich, age 58, passed away November 26th, 2025 at Hospice of The Western Reserve surrounded by his loving family. He was born in East Cleveland on July 3rd, 1967 to Ann and the late Stephen Regovich.
Rich was elected the 81st Commissioner of Lake County in 2022. He started his political career by serving on city council before becoming mayor of Willowick.
Rich was very passionate about serving the community. He was the founder of Willowick Hearts and Hammers, which was composed of volunteers who assisted homeowners with essential home repairs. He was a plumber by trade who always found time to help others in their time of need.
Rich was the loving husband and high school sweetheart to Lynn Regovich (nee Zito); beloved father of Brian Michael (Natalie) Regovich, Elizabeth Ann (Mason) Regovich and Michael (Lisa) Wallen; grandfather of Mila and Liam Wallen; devoted son of Ann and the late Stephen Regovich; cherished brother of Steve (Sharon) Regovich, Dan (Roni) Regovich, Ed (Erin) Regovich, Tom (Cory) Regovich and the late Michael Regovich; uncle to Chelsey (Steven) Toth, Corey (Mary) Regovich, Whitley (Jeff) Dahl, Ian and Sydney Regovich, Alex Regovich, Troy, Sam, Reese and Max Regovich; nephew, cousin and friend to many.
The Regovich family will receive family and friends from 12 Noon – 7:00 PM Sunday, November 30th, 2025 at Jeff Monreal Funeral Home, 1000 Mentor Ave., Painesville. A Funeral Mass will be held at 12:30 PM Monday, December 1st at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 32114 Vine Street, Willowick. A private burial will be held at a later date at Mentor Cemetery.
Donations can be made in Rich’s name to Sub Zero Mission www.SubZeroMission.org or The Travis Mills Foundation www.TravisMillsFoundation.org or to the charity of your choice.
