

He passed away on December 26, 2025 at Chandler Regional Hospital in Arizona.
He loved the outdoors leading him to a degree in Natural Resources from the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point.
He served in the Army during the Vietnam war from January 1970 to March 1971.
He married Diane in 1974 in Appleton, Wisconsin. They enjoyed more than 50 years of marriage.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Mary and Julius, two brothers, Tom(Doris). and Bill(Marilyn).
Diane’s sister Julane.
Surviving family includes his wife, Diane and their son Michael (Stephanie), and 3 grandchildren; Laila, Selene, David
and one brother Jack(Carol)
Diane’s 2 brothers Brian(Rebecca), Charles(Liz)
And sisters Sheila, Holly(Charlie),and Wendy (Mike)
Rick enjoyed playing golf, bowling, camping, canoeing, and traveling with his wife.
He also enjoyed woodworking.
He was always willing to help anyone.
Rick was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed.
A Celebration of Life will be held at J. Warren Funeral Services Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel, located at 525 N. Peart Rd., Casa Grande, AZ, 85122, United States. The service is scheduled for January 13, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
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