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Rick was born on November 15, 1957, in Wisconsin Rapids, WI to Robert "Hans" and Elizabeth "Betty" (Hayes) Gebert. Rick graduated from Lincoln High School. He was a shift supervisor at Consolidated Paper for a number of years and also worked at Earth.
Rick will be greatly missed by his surviving siblings, Lois Makowski, Ken (Joan) Gebert, Dianne Pagel, Jerry Gebert all from Wisconsin Rapids and Tom (Ann) Gebert of New Market, MD. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, many friends and hunting buddies.
Rick was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved the outdoors and treated his dogs as his children.
The family would like to thank the employees of Aspirus Riverview Cancer Center and UW Madison for their excellent care and love all throughout his illness.
A private service was held. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Ritchay Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Shawn Reimer
June 22, 2023
Years ago, I had many great hunting memories with Rick and the Gebert family. When I reflect back to people you have shared hunts with, Rick was one of few that had a special gift for being a leader in the field and an excellent woodsmen. Rick also brought color and happiness while in his presence.
In 1990, I was fortunate to join Rick and Pat on an elk hunt near Chama New Mexico. During the hunt, Rick invited mountain bikers to our camp that were lost in the rain and needed a place to rest. Rick offered them direction, food, a warm fire and "Tang" vodka beverages until daybreak. On our way home from the trip, he willingly picked up a depressed man hitchhiking on the interstate. He paid for his meals at every diner and treated him as though he was a friend. Crossing half the united states until the mans destination, Rick discussed with the stranger of his recent break-up with his wife, and eliminated the mans depression while lifting his spirits. His display of dialogue, compassion and kindness throughout that trip, taught me more as a young man than the actual hunt itself. Thanks Rick! I know you have found your place in heaven.
Mitch Zimmerman
June 12, 2023
Sending prayers and condolences to all Rick´s family and many friends during this time of sadness. Always enjoyed the good times and many hunts we had together over the years. Rick was someone you always Looked forward to being with on the next adventure. We will cherish these happy memories always and feel Very fortunate to have known him. May he rest in peace. So long old friend.
Linda Hilgart
June 11, 2023
Rest in Peace.
Rich Tessler
June 11, 2023
Totally shocked to hear of the passing of Rick. Always seemed so energetic and full of life. Worked with Rick at Consolidated Papers for years in the Supercalendar department and then on to supervision. Many good times to be had at work. Will miss you!
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Tim Uttermark
June 9, 2023
My deepest condolences to Rick's extended family and friends. I worked with Rick for 17 yrs in the super calendar dept at the paper mill. He was quick witted, and always had a new joke or saying everyday. I also went up to park falls with him to run bear a few times over the years. We stayed at "Doc's" place on butternut lake.
RIP Rick Gebert, I'll miss ya.
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