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Richard Rechlicz Obituary

Rechlicz, Richard A., Sr. Age 84, of Menomonee Falls, a long-time resident of Brookfield, died on October 28, 2009. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Patricia and devoted daughter, Pamela Buchholz of Hartford. Dick was born June 2, 1925. He married Patricia (nee Edison) on March 10, 1945. Dick joined the United States Army during World War II. He served from September 25, 1944 until he was honorably discharged on April 25, 1945. He is survived by his daughter, Patti (Ted) Dunson of Valley Center, CA; son, Richard (Virginia) Rechlicz of Menomonee Falls; son-in-law Dietmar Buchholz; grandchildren Jennifer and Stacey Buchholz, Kyle, Derek, and Tamra Dunson; Christopher (Patricia), David (Kyle), Katherine ( fiancé Dan Turtenwald) and Sara Rechlicz; and three great-grandchildren, Hannah, Payton, and Caleb Rechlicz. He is further survived by his sisters Gloria Crain of Ft. Worth, TX and Rita Balistreri of Pompano Beach, FL, and brother, Eugene (Red) Rechlicz, of Clarks Summit, PA. The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, November 4, at St. MARY'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, N89 W16215 Cleveland Ave., Menomonee Falls, WI, from 4:00 PM until the Memorial Mass at 6:00 PM. Memorials are suggested to Interfaith Senior Programs of Waukesha County, 210 NW Barstow Street, Suite 101, Waukesha, WI 53188.
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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 1, 2009.

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Laura Rechlicz Notarianni

November 3, 2009

To The Rechlicz Family: I am very sorry to learn of the loss of your father. I have many memories of Uncle Dick and Aunt Pat from family visits in the past. I can only imagine how he will be missed by you, your families, and friends. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Colleen Brown

November 2, 2009

To The Rechlicz Family: Our deepest condolences of Richard, Sr. - he was a formidable figure for many years in Brookfield as we ran into him at various spots or just out in his yard not far from our home - he has left a wonderful legacy in his family! Take care, Colleen & Michael Brown & Family

Kyle Dunson

October 31, 2009

My Dearest family; I am sorry that I have stayed away for so long but I am here for you now. I wish to express my deepest sympathy to each and every one of you. I know that grandpa was an extraordinary man and I will, as I know will we all, miss him terribly. My thoughts and prayers are for all of you in this time of sorrow and pain and again. I wish to reiterate, I am here if there is anything that I can do for anyone. Please pass along my love and try and take comfort in the knowledge that grandpa is where he wants to be now: with grandma and Pam and of course, God. I love you all and continue to pray that God be with all of us as we walk through this world. My deepest sympathy's and warmest regards: Kyle
P.S. If there is anything I can do, I can be reached at (925) 435-9067

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