Richard Douglas Syvertson

Richard “Dick” Syvertson

Richard Douglas Syvertson, age 80 of Randolph, was called to his heavenly home on May 9, 2015, at Golden Living Center-Continental Manor of Randolph.

Richard was born on June 5, 1934 in Iola, WI, the son of Milton and Lydia (Johnson) Syvertson. His family later relocated to Milwaukee, WI. Richard served in the United States Army Corps of Engineers in Korea from 1956 until 1958, when he was honorably discharged. He was united in marriage to Joann June Reilly on March 11, 1961, in Milwaukee. He worked for American National Can Company of Milwaukee for over 30 years before he retired in 1982. Richard and his family then moved to the Fox Lake/Randolph area. He then began work at Weyenberg Shoe Factory of Beaver Dam. Once he retired from Weyenberg Shoe Factory, he then delivered meals on wheels to senior centers for Feil’s of Randolph until just a few years ago.
Richard was hardworking and dedicated to his family. Richard’s favorite past times were fishing, watching the Brewers, and following his grandchildren’s sporting events. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed kidding around and spending time with family.

Richard is survived by his son David (Greta) Syvertson, Randolph and daughter Lisa (Wayne) Engen, Sarona; five grandchildren, Jonathan (Sarasota, FL), Benjamin, and Austin Syvertson (both of Randolph), Sabrina and Cassandra Skindzelewski (both of Sarona); sisters Verna (George) Heiges and Judy Bernard; sister-in-law Sharon (John) Gilgenbach.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, in 2011; brothers and sisters, Ellen (Kermit) Rasmussen, Milton (Ethel) Syvertson, Rachel (Reuben) Strelow, Gladys (Kenneth) Koelle, Shirley (Lorin) Rambo, Lola (Anthony) Serio and Ronald (Barbara) Syvertson; brother-in-law Chuck Bernard.

Funeral Service for Richard will be held on Friday, May 15, 2015 at 7 P.M. at the Randolph Community Funeral Home, 208 S. High Street, Randolph. Visitation will be held on Friday from 5-7 P.M. until the time of service. Military Honors will be provided by the VFW Post 9510.