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Richard Lutz Obituary
Richard Lutz, age 76, of Appleton, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at Brewster Village. He was born on September 2, 1936 in New London, the son of the late Michael and Veronica (Ritchie) Lutz. On September 15, 1956, Dick married the love of his life "Rosebud", Rose Zelinski at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Menasha. His employment started at Kimberly Clark, and Dick retired as a mail carrier with the Menasha Post Office after more than 25 years of service. His life was centered on his love for his family and they shared many activities together, including camping, grilling, and golfing. His passion for golf started as a young caddy for Butte Des Morts Country Club and remained with him throughout his life. Dick was an enthusiastic sports fan; he especially enjoyed watching his children's and grandchildren's activities. He was a lifelong Packer fan, and the Cleveland Indians always had a special place in his heart. Dick was an avid jazz enthusiast, and looked forward to a good game of cards, or a trip to the casino.
Dick is survived by his wife: Rose Lutz; children: Jeffrey (Leah) Lutz, Gary (Susie) Lutz, Paul (Sue) Lutz, Julie (James) Wood, Michael (Heather) Lutz, and Andrea (Tim) Kippenhan; eighteen grandchildren: Adam, Rylee, Griffin, and Jadyn Lutz; Devon Morrison, Audrey and Kennedy Umnus; Stephanie Lutz; Taylor and Brianna Winarski; Matthew and Alexandria Lutz; Nicholas, Noah, Andrew, Michael, Annalise, and Jacob Kippenhan; brothers and sisters: David (Joanie) Lutz, Susan (Tom) Konkol, Tom (Sandy) Lutz, and Darlene Lutz. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The funeral liturgy for Richard will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at St. Mary Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception, Hwy 76 in Greenville. Fr. Mark Vander Steeg will be officiating. The family will receive relatives and friends at the church on Wednesday from 9:00 am until the time of mass. A memorial fund is being established in his name. Online condolences can be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com.
The family extends a special thank you to all the staff at Brewster Village, especially Richard and Michelle, for your excellent care and compassion.
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July 1, 2013
Rose,
So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Always enjoyed when he helped out at Material Management Group. My thoughts are with you & your family.
Dawn Krueger
July 1, 2013
Great guy! I will miss the "Dickman".
July 1, 2013
Rosie i am so sorry for you and your children's loss. Sue Gullickson Giebel.
July 1, 2013
Julie and Family,
Very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad, thinking of you and hoping that your faith will lessen the pain of your loss, God Speed.
Hugs,
Teena
Steve and Peggy DeLeeuw
July 1, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sorry for your loss.
Steve and Nancy (Van Straten) Rettler
July 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Lutz family. Dick is my cousin (infact he is the oldest grandchild of many in the Lutz family) My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time,
Dave & Mary Meyer
June 30, 2013
So sorry to hear of Dick's Passing
Rose & Family, you are in our prayers
Bruce and Diane Gullickson
June 30, 2013
So very sorry for your lose. Dick was our mail carrier for many years. He was a very nice person and we enjoyed talking to him.
Marty and Cathy Pavich
June 30, 2013
Wishing you peace and healing at this most difficult time. Deepest sympathy to the Lutz/Zielinski families.
Peter and Diane Lutz
June 30, 2013
So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dorothy Brown
June 29, 2013
Where there is sorrow there is holy ground. Oscar Wilde
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