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Richard A. Wittmeyer

Richard Wittmeyer Obituary

Richard A. Wittmeyer, beloved husband of Diane J. Wittmeyer, nee DeVine; loving father of Jennifer, Travis and Brandon Wittmeyer; cherished grandfather of Dominique and Trey; devoted son of William (June) and the late June Wittmeyer; dear brother of Mary Ann Wittmeyer, Robyn Casey and the late William Wittmeyer; fond grandson of the late Ethel Burk. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Rd., at Northwest Hwy., Mt. Prospect. Services Tuesday, 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment All Saints. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Funeral info, 847-255-7800 or www.FriedrichsFH.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 4, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Wittmeyer

29 Entries

Don Corbett

November 15, 2007

Diane, I don't know to tell you how sorry i am for you and your family. I have so many good memories of the good time's ricky and chuck and myself have had had over all the year's.He was quite a charater alway's liked having a good time with all of us.Remember the good old day's back at woodfield bowl and the fun we had.The card game's were alway's
a good time. I'm glad he will know longer be in pain, and is in good hand's with the Lord now. I can go on and on about what a great man he was, but the tear's in my eye's are going to bring this to and end. Love you rick, and our thought's and prayer's are alway's with you and your wonderful family you will be missed greatly. Dandy Don & Patty Corbett

Kathy Sofaly

November 12, 2007

Diane and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Rick was such a great person, always thinking of others instead of himself. If there is any thing I can do for any of you please don't hesitate to call me.

I am there for you.
May God be with you in your time of need.

Kathy

Diane OBrill

November 10, 2007

Dear Diane, Jenny, Travis, Brandon, Dominique and Trey.....We are so sorry for you deep loss. Rick leaves a big hole in all of our hearts. All the fun and laughs we had through out the years will never be forgotten! Mike wants to get another Tatoo and put R.W. on his ear!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and if there's anything you ever need please remember we are here! Stay strong and just remember we will all be together again for never ending love and laughter with Rick! God Bless all of you... Dave and Diane

Larry Lettow

November 10, 2007

As a long time customer of his, I always found Rick to be kind and friendly. He conducted himself with great dignity in the face of his tough battle. I am saddened for his family, his friends, and also for those of us whose lives were brightened and inspired by this fine gentleman.

Katie Dusek

November 7, 2007

Travis and family,

It is with sincere sympathy that I think of you and your family at this time. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

-Katie

Dan and Joanne Desmond

November 6, 2007

Rick was a great neighbor and friend. There are too, too many stories and memories I, (we), have of Rick, Bears games we went to, the many many dinner dates, we had as two couples, how I would see him coming across the street with two Old Styles to our kitchen to solve the problems of the day, or I would go over there, the swimming pool in the yard, and his statement "this is what we have been waiting for" in reference to the summer weather, and at the 4th of July, his declaration thst "summer is half over". What I will really miss is that every time he saw me or I saw him we would say 'NEIGHBOR" and always shake hands. I am upset with myself that I didn't go out to Crystal Lake more than I did after he moved. It was a sad day when he moved from Mount Prospect, and it is a sadder day now to know I will never see or hear him again. We have lost a great friend and a great person, God Bless him and his family.............NEIGHBOR!

Poncho Lopez

November 6, 2007

To Travis and family, my deepest and sincerest condolences. As a father of one of my dearest friends he was never short of humor, friendship or opinion. I will always think of Rick Wittmeyer as the measuring tape for my aspirations as a father and friend. We will all miss him dearly. My love to the Wittmeyer family and all his friends that we may look for comfort in each other during this difficult time.

November 6, 2007

We are deeply saddened to hear of Rick's passing. My family has been a customer of J & B's (in both Mt. Prospect and A.H.) forever. Rick was such a wonderful family man. He will be missed dearly by all those who came in contact with him. Our thoughts are with you, this day and everyday.

Lynn & Quentin Bicknase
Joan Bicknase

Cathy Kostal

November 6, 2007

Dear Diane,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. My heart goes out to you at this time of grief. I hope some of the wonderful memories you have will bring you comfort at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Kostal (ex-Oshgan)

Diana Ku

November 6, 2007

Travis & Family:
My prayers are with you at this time. God Bless you all.

Diana Ku (Enders)

Joyce Johnson

November 6, 2007

I send my deepest sympathies to your family.
I met Rick 40 years ago because of my brother's friendship. The two Rick's! I remember how kind he always was to me, our parents and grandparents.
He always had a genuine smile warm enough to melt your heart and big enough to care about others.

Tony and Kerry Waser

November 5, 2007

We were sorry to hear of Rick's passing. During the many years that we shopped at his J & B Meat Market in Mt. Prospect, and later in Arlington Heights, Rick was a caring, and dedicated person. Always taking time to ask about you, he was genuine, and helpful to all. He will be missed.

Rick & Barb Johnson

November 5, 2007

Rick Whittmeyer known to me as
"Big Ricky", is by far one of the
Greatest guys I've ever known. He's one in a million. I will miss him soooo forever much. He was always so much fun to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Sending our love, Rick, Barb, Zachary and Luke

Melissa Farris

November 5, 2007

Diane and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Doreen Richards (Devine)

November 5, 2007

Diane and family, I heard about your loss today and want to provide you with our condolences. I know the grief you are experiencing now, but comfort comes in knowing where he has gone - home to God, in peace! Doreen and Mark Richards

Jenny Musich

November 5, 2007

Dear Jenny and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this tough time.

Jim Accurso

November 5, 2007

Rick was quite a guy and a nice man. He will be missed. He always had a kind word to say to my kids when we would all stop in J & B Meats on Saturday mornings. I'll bet he was glad to see that the Packers won yesterday.

JAMIE AND NICK DE VINE

November 5, 2007

AUNT DIANE, WE ARE SORRY FOR YOU'R LOSS AND WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS. LOVE JAMIE AND NICK DE VINE

Sandi Johnson

November 5, 2007

Dear Diane and Jenny,Travis, Brandon, Dominque, and Trey, words cannot express how this Johnson family feels right now. You know our love and condolences are with you today and always. Your Ricky, your dad and your grandpa will always be Big Ricky to us. He was always there for us, One time i didn't know where my Rick was, and wow, big Ricky did, he got out of his sleeping bed and delivered my Rick to me. Wow, what a guy, we have to remember these fabulous stories, that your Dad,husband and Grampa have.. Big Ricky will truly be missed. He was such a strong guy up to the end. He was gonna lick this Big C thing, and he did for so many years. He just kept fighting and fighting with such positive energy, because thats the kind of guy be is. Well, won't make this too long, We will see you all soon. God Bless you all. Love, Sandi and Rick and family Johnson

Heather Pezen

November 5, 2007

I am sorry for your loss. Mr. Wittmeyer was a great and wonderful person to have known. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pizza Burgers Sister, Heather

Teri Goodall

November 5, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.

George and Teri Goodall

Chris Alspaugh

November 5, 2007

Even though I hadn't seen Ricky for a while, I always remember him as a genuine, caring, fun-loving guy. He loved his family and his friends and would do anything for them. My deepest sympathy goes out to his entire family. He will be missed by many.

Judie Bright

November 5, 2007

Dear Diane,Jenny,Travis,Brandon,Dominique& Trey, You are a very strong family ...your love and care for Rick has proved to be unending. What a "GREAT GUY" We loved him after a rather brief friendship! Can we do anything to help ease your pain? Please let us know ...we CARE! Our love & God's to all of you! Steve & Judie

BILL AND CAROL DE VINE

November 4, 2007

RICK HAS GONE WITH GODS ANGELS TO ANOTHER LIFE IN WHICH HE WILL AWAIT YOU IN THE FUTURE TO ENJOY GOD'S LOVE TOGETHER. LOVE FROM YOU'R BIG BROTHER BILLY, CAROL AND DAVID

Carine Ekberg

November 4, 2007

Diane and Family.
I am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!

Rosemary & Ned Buggy

November 4, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Chris Schumer

November 4, 2007

As Travis' friend growing up, I'm grateful to have known Mr Wittmeyer. Visiting his house, he wouldn't let anyone get by him. He would talk to each of us, genuinely get to know who we were and then welcome us back anytime. We'll miss him.

Chris

Sue Neace

November 4, 2007

Jenny
My thoughts and prayers are with you.If you need anything PLEASE let me know.. I am here for you. Sue

Don & Gail Cooper

November 4, 2007

To Rickies Family,
No one can know just what you've lost;
No one can understand the cost;
But when you feel your energy drain,
Please count on us to help ease your pain.
Let us help you cope with grief;
We hope with time you'll feel relief.
We can't replace the one who's gone,
But let our concern help you carry on.
Love Don and Gail

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