Richard G. Vandehey

VANDEHEY, RICHARD “Dick” G.

Richard Vandehey, 68, lifelong Kimberly resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, January 2, 2009 at Brewster Village. He was born on July 7, 1940 in Appleton, the son of the late Donald and Martha (Kempen) Vandehey. He married Joanie Liebergen on August 12, 1961 and together they raised 4 children. Dick was employed at Kimberly Paper Mill for 30 years; was a life member of Holy Name Parish and a member of Cross & Crown Prayer Group. His faith and religion were an important part of his life. He enjoyed times at his cottage, playing cards, and spending time with family.

Richard is survived by his children: Michael (Sharon) Vandehey of Oshkosh, Steven (Laurie) Vandehey of Little Chute, Linda Boschuetz of Wausau, Amy (Kip) Otto of Hortonville; eight grandchildren: Shannon and Steffanie Kinderman, Katie and Abbey Vandehey, Tyler and Ellisha Boschuetz, Christina and Matthew Otto; 1 great-granddaughter: Kaliyah Salinas; two brothers: Dave (Jacci) Vandehey, Mark (Pat) Vandehey; three step-brothers: Jim (Janet) Weyenberg, Roy (Kathy) Weyenberg, Tom (Carol) Weyenberg; four step-sisters: Lois (Carl) Hietpas, Dolly (Larry) Diedrick, Mary Ann (Ken) VanderWielen, Carol (Gary) Micke; many nieces and nephews; one special niece: Nikki Vandehey, and former spouse: Joanie (Marv) Heller.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister: Mary Lou Vandehey; and his step-mother: Myrtle Moser Weyenberg Vandehey.

The funeral liturgy for Richard will be held at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, HOLY SPIRIT PARISH – KIMBERLY, 600 E. Kimberly Avenue. The burial will take place in the parish cemetery. Friends will be received at the church on Tuesday from 10:00 am until the time of mass. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Brewster Village for their loving care and attention.

Jansen Fargo Funeral Home
204 E. Kimberly Ave.
Kimberly, WI 54136
920-788-6202