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Richard Allan RASCHIO

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Richard RASCHIO Obituary

Age 66 Of St. Paul Died peacefully in his sleep on July 31, 2013. Survived by loving wife of 41 years, Pat; son, David (Karen) of Dickinson, ND; daughters, Tess, of St. Paul and Angie, of Minneapolis; three grandchildren that were the loves of his life, Adam, Renee, and Audrey; sisters, Linda VanDeusen-Price and Tia Call; brother, Greg, all of Portland, Oregon. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Elway the cat is the latest in a long line of pets. Dick was born in "God's Country" as he called it, Milwaukie, Oregon. He came for graduate school in Minnesota in 1968 and never left. After teaching for 40 years, he retired from the University of St. Thomas in 2010. Retirement suited Dick well. He volunteered at CLUES, loved traveling, loved fishing, relished feeding the birds and squirrels every morning, found a true passion for photography, joined the Vine Arts Gallery and enjoyed speaking Spanish at a group that met weekly for just that purpose. He also started canning and smoking meats with his friend Karl and did weekly walks and lunches with his dear friend Gerry. We are all pleased that he got to enjoy retirement, if even for only a short time. Visitation 12-4PM Sunday, August 4 at Willwerscheid Funeral Home, 1167 Grand Ave., St. Paul. Private Burial Lakewood Cemetery. Memorials should be directed to the Animal Humane Society, Sierra Club or the Project for the People of Paraguay. 651-228-1006

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Published by Pioneer Press from Aug. 2 to Aug. 4, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard RASCHIO

30 Entries

Theresa Kincaid

July 31, 2014

Let this candle shine it's light on this earth for all the beautiful childhood memories that I hold in my heart....Another angel in heaven to watch over us and protect us.....

Angie Raschio

July 31, 2014

Love and miss you forever dad.

Linda Van Deusen-Price

July 31, 2014

It's been a year, and I still can't believe your gone! I miss you so much! Patti and I are planning a road trip in September. We will travel some of the same roads you two have done in the past, and stop at a casino or two! :) I look for you, and listen for your voice, and even though I can't see or hear you, I have you close in my heart. Until we meet again - BIG HUGS! xoxoxo

Don Nevin

December 13, 2013

I've just learned of Dick's death and am saddened. I remember our times together with fondness and gratitude. My heartfelt condolences to Pat, his daughters, his family.

Tom and Linda Christensen Busic

September 4, 2013

On behalf of the Milwaukie High School Class of 1964, we send our sympathies to Dick's family. He was friendly to everyone and always had a smile. We were just kids but we did have fun at MHS.

HS Mini-Reunion - 2011

Linda Van Deusen-Price

August 11, 2013

My sweet brother, how I miss your beautiful smile, wit, voice, kind heart and soul - ALL of you! Rest in peace, Sweetheart! BIG HUGS! xoxox

Michelle Benegas

August 8, 2013

When I got my first higher ed teaching job in 2006, Richard was my unofficial mentor. I had twin babies at home and was very unsure of my ability to juggle motherhood and a career in academia. He encouraged me to pursue a PhD at the U of M and told me colorful stories of his time there. Well, 7 years later I am nearing completion of my PhD in the very program that he recommended. Such a loss to lose such a lovely and genuine man.

Cindy Sundberg

August 8, 2013

I am so sad that the world has lost such a nice person. I met Dick by working at St. Thomas and he always had a laugh for anyone who wanted or needed one. The testaments to his character here say it all; he was a man who was kind to others. What more can be said of any human?
I hope your family finds solace in knowing that he was well liked by many and will be greatly missed. You were deeply loved by him and I am sure he is as sad as you are by his suddden departure.

Susan McMillen Villar

August 8, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of Dick's passing. I worked with him on the Minnesota Articulation Project when we were placed in the same "assessment group" asked to develop test items. Our Spanish group was constantly told to "quiet down" and "get to work" as it seemed that we were having too much fun! At the end of the day, we turned in as much as the French and German groups! Of course it was Dick who laughed louder than all of us.
He often spoke of his wife and children. I lost my husband less than two years ago. It is hard. I wish you peace and hope you find joy in the memories.

Shannon Burke

August 7, 2013

We had a great moment of Silence for Richard and wonderful memories shared after that moment of silence from artist members this past Monday night who got to know Richard. I was teary eyed and really enjoyed remembering him all together and hearing everyone's memories. He was kind to me and I remember once he unexpectedly filled in for me so I could go get food from The Sisters of Camelot for a show I was greeting for. He was funny and straight forward and would grumble at the red tape in meetings but really was a lovable and kind human being. I was so happy to meet Richard and honored. Wish I would have had more time to know him better. My love and condolences to his family. He touched my heart and made me smile.

August 7, 2013

Pat so sorry to hear about Dick's death, I know and remember both of you from the East Side and that cute little girl I took for a stroller ride. My prayers are with you and the family . Lillian

Susan Smith-Cunnien

August 7, 2013

I am so sorry I did not learn of Richard's death until today, and so missed the visitation. With an office one floor above his at UST, we often met "in transit" and I always enjoyed his humor and valued his perspective. My sincerest condolences to the family.

August 7, 2013

To the Family:
Our Spanish speaking group at B&N was saddened to receive the note of the demise of Ricardo (as we called him). There was a silence at the surprise. Our condolences and concerns are extended to all who knew this talented gentleman.
P. Carrington Ashton, Roseville, MN

Laura Linroth

August 5, 2013

Pat -
I'm so sorry I didn't make it to the visitation. My condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Kevin Dahlstrom

August 5, 2013

You will be missed Uncle Dick. Thank you for the humor you taught me. One of the most memorable summers of my childhood was spent with you, Aunt Patti and David in Minnesota. I will cherish the moments. In peace my uncle. Deepest condolences to Aunt Patti, David, Angie and Tess. Also to my mom (his sister), Greg and Tia. My heart is heavy, but my sole is lifted with joyful memories.

Meg Wilkes Karraker

August 5, 2013

I read with sadness of the sudden death of my colleague Richard.
Peace to you, his family, who must miss him the most.

Dawn Baker

August 5, 2013

Wendy let us know that Dick had passed away. so shocking and tragic to lose him this soon. you are in our hearts. Dawn & Mark (Wendy Batch's parents)

Andy T

August 4, 2013

Senor Raschio was one of my favorite spanish mentors at UST. I remember fondly the study abroad trip he led in 2004. It was a great experience, made entirely by his leadership and direction. He will be missed! Gracias por todo senor!!

Doug Sievers

August 3, 2013

I was and am quite saddened to hear of Richard's passing. Though I had only known Richard for about a year, in the limited context of the Art Salon held at Vine Arts, I liked him very much, found him a kind and interesting person, and appreciated the stimulating discussions about art to which Richard always made very insightful contributions. I liked to talk to him about art, and loved his photographs, especially those beautiful jazz/music oriented ones recently on display. I think it was a very good forum in which to know Richard, as I think he loved discussing art and exploring the world of ideas. I will miss Richard's presence, but I feel he has left me with valuable lessons about life and kindness, and has undoubtedly enriched the lives of countless others who have benefited from his teaching.

Kathleen Crook

August 2, 2013

Richard will be remembered fondly as a member of the Vine Arts Center. He was always there to pitch in and I enjoyed his sneaky sense of humor.

August 2, 2013

We were shocked to learn of Dick's passing yesterday via the St. Thomas Dept. of Modern and Classical Languages. We contacted a couple of the "old guard" in MCL. Lyn Dodd (Spanish emerita) and Dale Kramm (Latin emeritus) shared memories of teaching in OEC all those years back. Dale especially remembers the days when he and Dick and I were "co-conspirators" in our actions to get "computerized language learning" going for all languages in our department. THOSE WERE THE DAYS!

Wayne and I send our deep condolences to Dick's family at this very sad time.

Mary Lou Wolsey (French prof emerita)

Norman W. Larson

August 2, 2013

I was saddened to learn of the death of Prof. Raschio, a St. Thomas faculty colleague. Sincere condolences to his family and to everyone who knew and loved him.

August 2, 2013

It was a shock to get the word via St. Thomas yesteray about Dick's passing! I have now contacted both Lyn Dodd and Dale Kramm, who were also dumbfounded at the sad news. We remember our days as "co-conspirators for computers in language education" back in the early '80s - with great fondness.
Wayne and I send our deepest condolences to all of Dick's family.

Jack Mader

August 2, 2013

I enjoyed working with Richard at the Vine Arts Center, especially hanging member shows. He will be greatly missed by our creative community.

August 2, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have fond memories as a fellow parent, from way back at Adams family functions. May he rest in peace and God bring you comfort. Tami Korwin Ternes

kerry jean pennings

August 2, 2013

To all who loved Richard...I am an artist-member of Vine Arts Center in MInneapolis and just wanted to say that Richard was a wonderful, talented and joyful addition to our group! When I first joined VAC i made a proposal for a solo show based on my pilgrimage in Spain. Dick having traveled extensively there and being a Spanish prof, was so encouraging, helpful and generous to me during my initial process (my first show) and all the way through. He had such a nice warm smile and I will really miss him! His photography was beautiful and so was his heart. Love and Light and peace to everyone during this very special time.

Gina Kiser

August 2, 2013

I am sorry sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Allen James

August 2, 2013

My wife and I only had the pleasure of knowing Richard for 5 or 6 years. We shared his enjoyment for photography and nature and always had meaningful conversations with him. We watched his love and creativity in photography blossom from novice to a quite proficient and keen eye, creating beautiful compositions and capturing them in his viewfinder. We have one of his photographs in our collection and will always remember him thru his image and the wonderful talks we had walking along wooded paths photographing and just taking in the majesty of Nature that surrounds us all.
To his family, we offer our sincerest condolances in this trying time, and all our best wishes.
Goodbye to a friend. Our times together were just too short, but rich with memories.

Shelly Rudolph

August 2, 2013

Pat,Angie,Tess and Audrey, I am so sorry for your loss, you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love Shelly Rudolph

Catherine Spaeth

August 2, 2013

We're very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Dick at St. Thomas and will miss him as a neighbor. Kate and Shaun

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