Richard A. Litke

Richard A. Litke obituary, Bristol, CT

Richard A. Litke

Richard Litke Obituary

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Richard A. Litke, 81, of Bristol, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. He was born on September 26, 1943 in Bristol, son of the late Alexander and Wanda (Schwartz) Litke.

Richard was the loving husband to Linda (Warman) Litke for 59 years. He always put his family first and was a good person.

Besides his wife, Linda, Richard is survived by his sons Richard Litke and his wife Stacy of MA, James Litke of Bristol; daughter Wanda Griffin and her husband Christopher of NC; grandchildren Bryan Litke and his fiancée Casondra Ocasio, Jimmy Litke, Mackenzie Litke; great-grandchildren Landon and Avery Litke and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, Richard is predeceased by 3 siblings.

Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.
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