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1930
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2021
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Richard Rathke Obituary
Richard was born on March 10, 1930 to William & Anna Rathke of Eau Claire, WI. Dick was a U.S. Army veteran & served during the Korean War. He earned accreditation as a Certified Public Accountant and spent his career in Eau Claire where he retired as a partner at Bauman Associates. In 1957, he met Pelchie Ann Saverinski, and they wed in 1959. They raised four children: son, Steven (Courtney) Rathke; daughter, Mary (Daniel) Donnellan; daughter, Kay (Tim) Phillipp; son, James (Stacy) Rathke. He was the proud Grandfather of 9 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren.
Dick spent much of his life volunteering at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, mentoring small business owners at SCORE, gardening and travelling. He will be remembered by all for his quick wit, twinkle in his eye and many tall fishing stories.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved brother, William George Rathke & sister, Mary Anne Rathke.
Funeral service will be at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1712 Highland Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701 on Monday, January 11, 2021 at 10:30 am with Father Francis Thadathil officiating. Visitation will take place at the church on Monday morning from 9:30 am until the time of service. Inurnment with military honors will take place in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Eau Claire immediately following the service. Please wear protective masks. Friends and family may offer condolences online at www.hulkefamilyfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Richard's name to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or the American Heart Association.
"Leave the world a better place than you found it" - Dick Rathke
Hulke Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Jody Nelson
January 13, 2021
Our family has such fond memories of our neighborhood while growing up, and we were blessed to live across the street from the Rathke family. Dick Rathke was truly devoted to his wonderful family and was always so very kind to everyone. Please know how truly sorry I am and my love and heartfelt prayers will continue to remain with all of you.
Richard P Miley
January 8, 2021
Richard Rathke Family
Praying God will Show you His Love through caring friends, comforting memories, moments of peace and give you whatever your heart needs right now.
Richard Miley
American Heart Association
January 8, 2021
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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