Richard T. "Dick" Koszarek, of Elcho, died on January 26, 2023 at Aspirus Langlade Hospital. He was 69 years old. He was born on May 27, 1953 in Antigo, a son of Louis and Josephine (Shanks) Koszarek.
He was a graduate of Antigo High School. Dick owned and operated Koszarek Construction.
He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, golfing, ATV and motorcycle riding, and playing baseball. He also enjoyed spending time at family events, playing cards, horseshoes and croquet.
Survivors include three children, Tara (Bruce) Bartus of Wausau, Jessica (Ron) Meade of Mattoon and Aaron (Sarah) Koszarek of Elcho; five grandchildren, Arielle Fischer, James and Harlon Meade, and Ellie and Kara Koszarek; nine siblings, Bill (Jane) Koszarek of Antigo, Dave (Lonnie) Koszarek of Antigo, Diane (John) Maar of Medford, Debbie Koszarek of Wausau, Dennis Koszarek of Erie, Penn, Patti (Ken) Kieper of Green Bay, Jerry (Chris) Koszarek of Antigo, Linda (Larry) Lorbiecki of Wausau, and Karen (fiancé Steve Smith) Koszarek of Antigo; and a brother-in-law, Jim Fonder of Antigo. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Jean Fonder.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 4 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. Shane Wheeler officiating. Visitation will be Thursday at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until the time of service.
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Our deepest sympathy and love on your loss. The Slominski Family (Roger, Kim, Mary Beth, Jay, Patti, Clay, Shannon, Pamela, Randy and Penny)
Grove of Memorial Trees was purchased for the family of Richard T. Koszarek by The Slominski Family.
Dick was a good friend. Over the last 10 years we would stop at each others houses and have quick chats. I was so sad to see his obituary. Our prayers and condolences for his family.
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. . May this tree grow tall and strong for years to come in memory of a great cousin, Dick.
Memorial Tree was purchased for the family of Richard T. Koszarek by Marge (Koszarek) and Bob Elliott.
I am really sorry to get this news about Dick.
Dick was my bestie pal in high school, we were two farm boys with hot rods, straight shooting que sticks, and lightning fast reflexes on the foosball table.
We used to strip cars in preparation for the demo derby and have donut contests. We'd get going about 60 in the field and see how many donuts we could spin or how long we could keep it up on 2 wheels!
Dick, Dave and myself all went to Dallas together to work on a construction crew burying telephone cable where we promptly cut the governor off when we accidentally sliced through one of the larger cables. Ooops! We thought it was pretty funny but our boss wasnt too happy!
While we were there we all watched the Packers kick the pants off of Dallas in the Ice Bowl, a game that was dubbed the coldest and one of the best games in NFL history, it was like -10 with a wind chill of -40. Vince Lombardi was the coach and Bart Starr the QB.
We had a 1/2 barrel set up in the rec area by the pool. There was only the 3 of us rooting for the Packers in the midst of somewhere between 50-75 drunk and very unhappy Texans, so we thought the better part of vallar would be to zip-it and slowly ease our way out of there!
I wish I could make it to Antigo to see everyone and share these and many more stories in person and hear yours but I just got out of surgery and Im in no condition to travel.
So I hope everyone will join me both in prayer and also drink a toast to my best friend Dick in thanks for the friendship, the laughs, the good times, and great memories!
My deepest condolences to everyone for your loss,
Gene Frisch
So sorry for your loss. Uncle Dick was a wonderful man. We are thinking about you, all the way in Missouri. Lots of Love, Amber Krisp & Nathan Aquino
Inspiring Sunset was purchased for the family of Richard T. Koszarek by Anonymous.
Sending our condolences and prayers for cousin Dick and his family. . We desire this memorial tree will offer tribute to Dick in beautiful Wisconsin.Memorial Tree was purchased for the family of Richard T. Koszarek by Jim, Lily, baby Lily and Emily Koszarek.
So Sorry to hear , my heart is out to family
In memory of Uncle Dick and his love of the outdoors.Memorial Tree was purchased for the family of Richard T. Koszarek by Dave, Laura, Elaina, and Grant.
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