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Diane Richards Obituary

Richards, Diane C. (Nee Koepke) Wednesday July 24, 2013, age 66 years. Wife of Jack Richards. Mother of Dennis (Christine), Amy (Dave) Kufahl, the late Nicholas, and Heidi (Peter) Bontempo. Nana of Megan, Mason, Lauren, Jack, Nathan, Bailey, Hailee, Caiti, Brody, and London. Daughter of the late Claretta and George Koepke. Sister of Sue Fillinger, Joanne "Jackie" Owen, and Richard Koepke. Also survived by her lifelong friend Wendy Sleight. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial visitation Wednesday, July 31, from 4:00 - 7:00PM at the Funeral Home. Memorial service at 7:00PM. Special thanks to Dr. Margery Howard and Dr. George Bobustuc, Aurora VNA Zilber Family Hospice, and her guardian angel, Jon Krueger, RN at St. Luke's ER. If desired, memorials may be made to Milwaukee Art Museum Docent Fund. HERITAGE FUNERAL HOMES New Berlin Chapel 16880 W. National 262-901-1140 Guest Book and Directions www.heritagefuneral.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jul. 28, 2013.

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August 3, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Jack and the family. Diane was a wonderful next door neighbor to my mom and wonderful lady
Jeanne Nowak

August 1, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Diane's death. I looked forward to seeing her and her art work at the Firefly Art Fair. My sympathies to the family.

Constance Pittz

July 28, 2013

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time

Grace Salm

July 28, 2013

Sending love and prayers to the Richards Family! Diane is my angel. I will always cherish the wonderful painting adventures and classes I had with her. Diane will always have a special place in my heart and sole. My love, Grace

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