RICHARD WISENBURG Obituary

Richard "Dick" Wisenburg 1941 - 2013 Humor, mentor, kindness, BIG heart, sparkly, engaging, great friend, amazing father and grandfather, cherished husband, all describe our beloved "Dick". With great sadness in our hearts Dick passed from our warm arms to a more peaceful place on June 15th 2013 at the age of 72. Dick joined his parents Jack and Edith Wisenburg and many cherished friends as he passed so gracefully after a short and shocking three-week diagnosis of biliary cancer. He was surrounded with love and the continuous physical touch of his adoring family. Dick enjoyed his childhood as a "rebel rouser" in Seattle with his brother Bob, where he was born and raised. He attended Lincoln High, graduating in 1959. After graduation, he set off to share his personality and talents with the world. He proudly served his country aboard the submarine USS Raton and shared his memories of that time with everyone he could. He returned from the sea with kisses and a ring for his high school sweetheart, Donna Storm. He passed just days before their 50th wedding anniversary. Dick was devoted and took great pride in his 42-year career with WAMU. He truly was the "Friend of the Family" where he was a mentor and friend to those he worked with and within the community. His friendships run deep. Dick enjoyed retirement as an active member and "fun starter" at the Fox Island Yacht Club, enjoying time on his boat with Donna and friends. He used his boating skills to take them north for 47 years to the glorious waters he so loved. He fell in love with Italy and the beaches of Normandy in France. He also enjoyed participating with the T-Bird Club, traveling, breakfast with the boys, cribbage nights, Hawaii, coffee and his morning paper. Dick is survived by his wife, Donna Wisenburg (Storm), daughter Tracy (Matt) Martin and grandsons Ross and Max, son Scott (Suzanne) Wisenburg, brother Robert (Sharon) Wisenburg and their two children, Tyler and Stephanie, and countless cherished friends who will never forget this fun loving "Popeye". Words on a page can never describe this incredible man. A "celebration" of Dick's life will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at Chapel Hill Presbyterian Church in Gig Harbor, Washington, with a reception to follow. Please join us. Memorial contributions are welcome and should be made to Hospice at Tacoma General. Please sign Richard's online guestbook at www.havenrest.com.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Jun. 26, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD WISENBURG

9 Entries

Dennis Sharp

July 10, 2013

Dick was one of the kindest persons I've ever known. Barb and I will never forget the wonderful times we spent with you and Donna at Lake Lure and here in Georgia. I will also remember all the like minded emails we exchanged every day! Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Donna and the Wisenburg family - may God keep you in his arms.

July 4, 2013

Dick's family, I send my deepest sympathy and I know he was so loved and will be so missed. Marcia Eller

Chaplain Ray Fritz

June 28, 2013

Our sincere condolences to Donna, Tracy and Scott and all of Dick's beloved family and friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers that God will whisper peace into your hearts and comfort you in your loss and sorrow. we are grateful for Dick's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service on the USS Raton SS-270. To our "Brother of the Phin" ... "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who are precious in His sight." -- Rev. Ray Fritz, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.

Mark & Gail Learned

June 28, 2013

We will miss you on the water. We would always run into you and Donna up in the Islands every year. We will always remember your kindness.

Jerry Moos

June 27, 2013

Please accept my condolences. Dick was a great guy and embodied the WaMu spirit. When California banks began acquiring banks is Washington State, I believe it was Dick who proposed that the Rodeo Grandma's round up the stage coach at the Washington state border. I have fond memories of poker games and pizza. Best wishes to the family.

Nick Nichols

June 26, 2013

To Donna and Family,

On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Dick's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one. All SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Dick will always be remembered as a “Brother of the Phin” and a great Patriot.

Richard 'Dick' Wisenburg
US Navy
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch

Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate

Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, Base Chaplain

Paul Whalen

June 26, 2013

A Good Guy .... he will be missed. RIP

Kelly Venable

June 26, 2013

You are loved and missed by SO MANY! You changed so many peoples lives by just being the amazing man you were. Thank you for being the GENTLE LOVING MAN you were. Miss you and love you.

June 26, 2013

Thank YOU for your service and for keeping our Country free. Wish we had other individuals who loved and cared enough for our Country to serve to keep our FREEDOM!!!

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