Richard "Lefty"-Lefcowitz-Obituary

Richard "Lefty" Lefcowitz

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We can not go any where in Minong with out the thoughts of Lefty and his wonderful happy nature. I still recall my first time I meet Lefty.He always had a joke to share and thing to talk to you about. I had the fun of meeting his family and spending time with Max...who also made us laugh till we cried. So many great times and memories.Thoughts and prayers are with all his family and those that Knew him. One of of kind, and like we all heard many of times.."Ill drink to that"

We always enjoyed seeing Lefty on weekend visits to Minong. Lefty was always welcoming with a joke or funny story to share. He was intelligent caring man with a love of life, family and his precious pups. May memories shared bring comfort to all that loved him.
Thoughts and prayers,
Terry and Betsy Koford

My heart goes out to everyone who knew Lefty. He was intelligent, kind and caring. He also was the type of person that helped people 'realize their potential'. He didn't give money, he made you feel good about yourself to the point you believed you could do things. You knew you had a friend and he'd talk to you and listen to you and he'd offer encouragement and he didn't judge. Most things people could only imagine Lefty had done. He was never afraid to tell the truth about his mistakes...

Hoppy and I will both miss Lefty. He was a VERY intelligent human being and he loved to be 'noticed' or teased... He is one of the most memorable figures in Minong and he will be there with us for MANY, MANY years to come. We all remember his quick wit and comments that kept us 'on our toes'.... We share in our condolences for all who cared for him and about him!

Our condolences to Max, Emily and the entire family. Rest in peace, Lefty...

Lefty was one of the greatest guys I've ever known. He was so smart and taught me so many important things in life. He was kind and generous and one of those people that you couldn't help but love. I always looked forward to seeing him and am very fortunate to have known him. He is a man that will not be forgotten and I'll drink to that.

You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Our sincere sympathy and prayers go out to Max and Family. Lefty was such a sweet man! R.I.P. Lefty.

One of the most intelligent, generous, funniest men ever.

Obituary

Richard "Lefty"'s Obituary

 

Richard "Lefty" Lefcowitz, age 76, a resident of Minong, died on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at his home.

 

Richard was born on November 7, 1939, in Hobart, New York to parents Barney and Sylvia (Lake) Lefcowitz. Richard served in the US Army from 1959-1962, serving stateside and overseas.  After which, he worked with his father for many years as a butcher in Buffalo New York.   Richard moved to Las Vegas with a wife, child, car and a job, but left shortly after with only a car, and has lived the past 31 years in Minong with his family and friends. 

 

Richard is survived by his wife Jenny, known children: Sandee, Michael, Emily, Max, sisters Phyllis and Joanie, special niece Peanut, favorite Dachshund Pumpkin, and was loved and will be missed by all his friends at the Corner Bar.

 

Richard is preceded in death by his parents.

 

At Richard "Lefty's" request, there will be no services held. An inurnment will take place with military honors at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery near Spooner at a later date.  Online condolences may be left at www.bratley-nelsonchapels.com

 

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