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Richard Eiting Obituary
Hollandtown - Dick Eiting, age 85, passed into the loving arms of Jesus, surrounded by his entire family on July 18, 2021. He was born on May 23, 1936, son of the late Elmer and Magdalen (Nackers) Eiting. Dick married the love of his life, Betty Van De Loo on November 25, 1959 at St. Francis Catholic Church, and have celebrated 61 years of marriage.
Dick worked at White Clover Dairy for 45 years before his retirement. He was also involved with the Hollandtown Sanitary District for many years and volunteered at the St. Paul Home.
Dick was a dedicated, life-long member of St. Francis Catholic Church in Hollandtown. He was at the church daily and devoted much of his life to the well-being of the parish. Dick was a founding member and the longtime director of the St. Francis Men's Choir. Dick also supported just about anything else "Hollandtown". He always supported local businesses (especially Van Abel's) and worked on keeping Hollandtown thriving. He was a quiet leader in the community.
Dick's hobbies included gardening and playing cards. He loved the family vacations to Shawano. First and foremost, Dick was a family man. Time spent with his children and grandchildren was his greatest joy. He loved them dearly and will be truly missed by all.
Dick is survived by his loving wife, Betty; children: Greg (Jane) Eiting, Mark (Julie) Eiting, Sara Eiting, Patty (Paul) Lamers and Tom (Michelle) Eiting; grandchildren: Tim, Matt and Adam Eiting, Ryan, Nick, Erin and Luke Eiting, Jenny (fiance, Marco), Andy and Emily Lamers; Michaela (fiance, Michael), Jake, Mitchell and Madelyn Eiting; brothers and sisters-in-law: Judy Eiting, Jack Berghuis, Mike Janssen, Cliff Feldkamp, Fr. Willard Van De Loo, Dorothy (Connie) Van De Hey, Jerry (Marlene) Van De Loo, Cliff (Jan) Van De Loo, Dick (Kay) Van De Loo and Pat Marx; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Magdalen Eiting; siblings: Bob Eiting, Rosemary Berghuis, Jan (Ray) Van Zeeland, Alice Janssen and Helen "Butchie" Feldkamp; father and mother-in-law, Ed and Margie Van De Loo; brothers and sisters-in-law: Anna Mae (Leonard) Pribek, Delores (John "Red") Hofacker and Ed Marx.
Visitiaton for Dick will be held on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at St. Francis Catholic Church, 433 County Road CE, Hollandtown, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A prayer service will take place at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Thursday morning at church from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. The funeral liturgy will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Dick's brother-in-law, Fr. Willard Van De Loo officiating and Fr. Don Everts concelebrating. Burial will be held in the parish cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.verkuilenfh.com.
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Karen and Dale Mahnke
July 25, 2021
Loved listening to him sing! Now he's singing with the angels. God be with each of you
Pat Wilz
July 22, 2021
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. We are all blessed for knowing Dick and his great passion for life, family, friends and community.
Lyn and Dan Smith
July 21, 2021
Sending a special prayer and heartfelt thank you to such a special family.
Remembering Dick and the St Francis Choir in our great time of need and despair. Thank you again!
Jaime & Julie Maliszewski
July 21, 2021
To Betty and the entire family, we are so sorry for your loss. Dick and you all, are in our prayers. Our families have so many great memories together and we are truly blessed to have you all as our friends. May God bless you all!
Tom & Vicki Driessen
July 21, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to Betty and the entire Eiting family. Dick was such a kind and gentle man and will be greatly missed in the community. RIP Dick
Tom & Vicki Driessen
Claire Smith
July 21, 2021
My dad's best friend!
I'm sending loving thoughts and prayers to the family
Dennis and Sally Lorenz
July 20, 2021
Our Deepest Sympathy "Holland has lost a true Icon"
The Vanevenhoven Family
July 20, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dick was such an amazing leader at White Clover Dairy and was a positive influence on Tim. May they both be resting in peace. Wishing your family strength during this time.
Don and Carol Frank
July 20, 2021
Dick was a fine man who will be missed by so very many people whose lives he touched.
Sincere condolences from Don and Carol Frank
Scott and Nancy Eiting
July 20, 2021
R.I.P. Uncle Dick.
Best wishes to Betty and the whole Eiting Family
Dave & Linda Bongers
July 20, 2021
"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. So loved, so missed, so very dear." Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark & Kathy Verhagen
July 20, 2021
We didn't know Dick personally, but based on his family, he must been a truly great guy. Condolences to the entire Eiting family, especially Greg, Mark & Sara. God's Peace.
Nancy Leick
July 20, 2021
Our sympathy to the Eiting family. We remember Dick as a kind, thoughtful, and caring person. We hope those remembrances bring comfort to you.
Cyril and Nancy Leick
Lois and Mark Brown
July 20, 2021
Betts and family,we are so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was such a caring,loving man to all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Dan & Dawn Van Schyndel
July 20, 2021
Condolences to the Eiting Family. Dick was certainly a class act and will be missed.
Carol Carroll
July 20, 2021
I will always remember him as a great mentor, a wonderful boss, and especially a great friend. It was a great honor to have worked with him for so many years at White Clover Dairy. He will be greatly missed.
Art & Tess Vande Hey
July 19, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to Betty,Greg,Mark,Sarah,Patty and Tom. My first memory of Dick as office personnel at White Clover Dairy. Then the Friday nite kitchen workers , for fish lunches. Sharing St Francis history and the many years singing next to him with Men's choir.
Mark Vanderloop
July 19, 2021
Dick will always be remembered for his influence in Hollandtown. From his help with our wedding to the ice rink and beyond he will always hold a special place in our memories. Our condolences to the Eiting's and extended family.
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