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Richard Tierney Obituary

Tierney, Richard "Dick" Passed to Eternal Life on September 11, 2014 at the age of 86 years surrounded by his devoted family. Beloved husband of Patricia Grimes Tierney and the late Mary Tierney. Loving father of Kitty Sanger Tierney, Mark Tierney, Kim Tierney Richow (Jerry Blough), Terri Ann Weinberger, Marie (Ted) Tucker, Ted (Annette) Weinberger and Sara (Ken) Heeshen. Grandfather of Christopher (Julianna) Sanger, Kerri (Jess) Sanger, Ashley Richow, Maya and Pierce Heeshen, and Alexander and Mathew Weinberger. A visitation will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church (723 W. Washington St., Milwaukee, 53204) on Tuesday, September 16 from 4PM until 5:30PM followed by a Funeral Mass at 5:30PM. A celebration of Dick's life will then be held on Tuesday at the Irish Cultural and Heritage Center of Wisconsin (2133 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, 53233) from 7PM until 10PM. Whiskey will flow! In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Alexian Employee Fund or the Irish Cultural and Heritage Center are suggested. The family thanks all the people who loved and cared for Dick in his final days. Brett Funeral Home (414) 342-0692

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Sep. 14, 2014.

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Carrie McKenzie

October 5, 2014

Patsy, I only just found out about Dick's passing. I will miss him so much! From the day I met him and gave him a ride in my yellow Mustang convertible, he was a special person in my life. His wonderful hugs at Irish Fest and the Highland Games were always a special treat. I am so happy I knew such a wonderful man.

With caring and sympathy,

Carrie McKenzie

Kim Tierney Richow

September 22, 2014

Miss you Daddy!

The Staff of Brett Funeral Home

September 17, 2014

Offering our deepest sympathies at this time.

Teri Anderer

September 16, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss and hope your memories bring you peace. I know the Irish community lost an asset the clan will miss him and never forget what an gift he was. Please know Pat that if you need anything please reach out and let me know I am still at Quad Graphic and Marie if you came to town I am sorry that I missed you.

Terri Weinberger

September 15, 2014

Miss you so much Dick. God speed.

Bonnee Beth Lugauer

September 15, 2014

Dick always was delightful, charming fellow. I enjoyed his company and conversation. I knew him from his dedication to the Irish Cultural and Heritage Center. May your many fond memories of him bring you comfort, strength and joy.

Sara Heeschen

September 15, 2014

Sara Heeschen

September 15, 2014

Our memories of good times shared will remain. Heeschen family raises a glass!

Cave of Mounds Pierce With Grandpa

Sara Heeschen

September 15, 2014

Highland Games Mya With Grandpa

Sara Heeschen

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Tess Grimes

September 14, 2014

Dick, I will miss your beautiful big smile, wonderful sense of humor, gentle and warm soul and kind words. Love ya.

Bill & Carol Byers

September 14, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family, Kim, on the loss of your father.

Kitty Tierney

September 14, 2014

I am so proud of my father and I am missing him so much

Kitty Tierney

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Kitty Tierney

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Memorial Events
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Sep

16

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

St. Patrick's Catholic Church

723 W. Washington St, Milwaukee, WI 53233

Sep

16

Funeral Mass

5:30 p.m.

St. Patrick's Catholic Church

723 W. Washington St., Milwaukee, WI 53233

Sep

16

Celebration of Life

7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Irish Cultural and Heritage Center of Wisconsin

2133 W. Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233

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2001 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233

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