Richard Witt Obituary
He was born to Hilda (nee Wernig) and Walter Carl Witt on August 15, 1941, in Milwaukee, WI. He was united in marriage to Kathleen Mae Sonn on November 23, 1963.
Dick served one term as Mayor, and he also served as Police & Fire Commissioner of Hartford for thirty years. He had a long career in industrial sales at Cross Manufacturing and previous employment with Dynex and Sundstrand. He was also a private pilot who enjoyed flying his plane, "up north" fishing, hunting, and golf.
Dick is survived by his sons, Ronald (Gloria) Witt of Milwaukee Wisconsin, and Kevin (Megan) Witt of Campbellsport, WI; grandsons, Alex (Amanda) Witt of Smyrna, Georgia, Taylor (Jessica Dwyer) Witt of Oshkosh, WI; and great-grandson Benjamin Witt (Alex and Amanda). In addition, he is survived by his three brothers, Gene (Carmen) Witt of Fox Point, WI, Tom (Pat) Witt of Mukwonago, WI, and David (Susan) Witt of Hampton, New Jersey.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Kathleen Mae Sonn; son Timothy Witt; and sister Gloria (nee Witt) Weber.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 2:00p.m at Shimon Funeral Home (824 Union Street, Hartford, WI). Dick's family will greet friends and relatives at the funeral home for visitation at 1:00p.m until the start of the service.
Memorials in honor of Dick, can be made to Northbrook Church (4014 WI-167 in Richfield, WI).
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Dan Stockwell
February 17, 2023
We are very saddened to hear the passing of a past dear friend. Although we have lost contact with Dick and his family over the years, we will never forget them. The memories of the annual gathering we had in upper Wisconsin with our boys (Tim and Jeff), and the Witt family (Dick, Kathy, Ron, Tim, and Kevin) in the 1980's are forever cherished. If ever there is a time we can connect with Ron, or Kevin, call us at 630-240-6089. God bless and are thoughts are with you.
Dan and Betty Stockwell
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