Richard Kotera Obituary
Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Jeanette, sons, Darin (Carrie) Kotera and Dwayne (Lisa) Kotera, 4 grandchildren, Tyler, Logan, Brayden and Brynn, 2 sisters, Gerry (LeRoy) Policky and Barb (Ron) German, 5 brothers, Ray (Joanne), Al (Susie), Clarence (Susan), Jerome (Lynnette) and Bernie (Linda) Kotera.
Funeral Mass will be Thursday, August 10 at 10:30 AM at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Elgin. Visitation will be in the church on Thursday from 9:30 AM until the time of mass. Burial will be private in Nebraska. Laird Funeral Home, Elgin is assisting the family. For information call 847-741-8800 or www.lairdfamilyfuneralservices.com.
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Donna Clausen
August 9, 2023
Jeanette, Darin and Dwayne.
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Rick (Dad). Our sympathy to all of you. May you find peace in all your wonderful memories.
Love, Donna and Neal Clausen
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