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Richard Nienow Obituary

Nienow, Richard A. "Dick" Of Eagle River, formerly of Mequon. Died Saturday, August 27, 2016 in Mequon. Dick was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy, son Kenneth and son-in-law John Steffke. Dick is survived by his children, Joan (Tom) Smetana, of West Bend, Linda Steffke, of Mequon and Tom (Sue) Nienow, of Pewaukee; eight grandchildren, Mike (Michelle) Smetana, Rick (Jon Balthazer) Smetana, Lori (Jonathon) Hardy, Jason (Brittney Seeger) Steffke, Mark Steffke, Jennifer (Jamie) Kandziora, Zachary Nienow and Angel Hibbs; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Beverly Zirbel; a brother Barry (Barb) Nienow; his furry dog friends; numerous family and friends. A Celebration of Dick's life will be held at the American Legion Post (W57N481 Hilbert Ave., Cedarburg, WI) September 10, 2016 from 2 - 6 PM. In Lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to a charity of your choice.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Sep. 4, 2016.

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