Seasonal & Holidays
Elmhurst Dad, Son Travels To Lots Of Fun Places, He Says
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads. Elmhurst, meet Richard Blass.

ELMHURST, IL— Father's Day is the perfect time to give a big thanks to all the dads who put smiles on our faces. Elmhurst, meet Richard Blass.
If you know a dad who sends sweet, silly or thoughtful texts your way, you’re pretty lucky. Texts from Dad have a way of putting a smile on our faces — and this Father’s Day, we’re celebrating the fathers behind the phones!
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads and the funny, insightful things they say. This submission comes from Tim Blass who nominated Richard Blass of Elmhurst.
What makes your dad extra special?
He is very generous and takes me to a lot of fun places. We do a lot of fun things together and he is always very nice.
Why do you feel your dad deserves the spotlight?
Because he does a lot of great things for me that a lot of other dads would not consider doing.
Happy Father’s Day to Richard Blass, and thank you for all you do!
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