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Richard C. Yurk

Mar 11, 1945 - Jul 11, 2024

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Richard Charles Yurk, age 79, of Sheboygan, passed away July 11, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born March 11, 1945, in Sheboygan, a son of the late Christ and Ruth (Goetz) Yurk. Richard attended Sheboygan North High School.

On September 13, 1980, he was united in marriage to Jean Wieser at St. Clement’s Catholic Church. He was employed at Gus Holman Company, a division of Sadoff & Rudoy for 28 years until his retirement in May of 2007.
He enjoyed playing and managing several softball teams including Sheboygan Paper Box, Benjie’s, Dynie’s, Harbor Lights, Toro’s, Sera & Etta’s Teepee, and the Standard Hall over 35 league. He also enjoyed Mens’ and Couples’ miniature and regular bowling.

He was on the Sheboygan Softball Board of Directors for 7 years. Richard was a member of St. Dominic’s Catholic Church and the Sheboygan Knights of Columbus Council 722 holding offices of Outer Guard and Chancellor and a member of the Institute. Richard was a member and Purser of the Phillip Dreis 4th Degree Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of Moose Lodge #438 of Sheboygan. Richard was a Bucks and Brewers fan, but his passion was the Green Bay Packers. He enjoyed going to Packer games both home and away.

Richard is survived by his loving wife, Jean; two sons, James (Janet) and Richard of Sheboygan, two daughters Traci (Peter) Carlson of Lanexa, Virginia and Jill (Jeff) Sager of Winter Park, Florida, fifteen grandchildren and a great-grandchild, sisters Barbara Holzer of Sheboygan, Mary (Marvin) Foster of Sheboygan Falls and brother Charles (Wendy) Yurk of Sheboygan. Sisters-In-Law Margarita Yurk, Pat Yurk, and Deb Yurk. He is further survived by nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his son Jason, his parents, his mother-in-law & father-in-law, five brothers, Fred, Paul, James, John (Marilyn) & Christian, two sisters, Judy Valente, and Kaye (Bob) King and a brother-in-law, Larry Holzer.

A Mass of Christian burial for Richard will be celebrated on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at St. Dominic’s Catholic Church, 2136 N. 21st Street, Sheboygan. Father Nick Baumgardner will be celebrant. Family and friends may gather at the church on Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum.

The family extends special thanks to Dr. Gentine, Dr. Bettag, and St. Nicholas Hospital. A memorial has been established in Richard’s name.

Mass of Christian Burial

Date: Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: St. Dominic Catholic Church [map]

Visitation

Date: Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Location: St. Dominic Catholic Church [map]

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Kevin Bergschultz

I enjoyed working with Jean & Richard while I was involved with SSA. Your a good friend Richard. Sorry for lost Jean & your family.

Janis P Bradford Brown

To all his friends and family, my deepest condolences and many prayers. May the angels wrap their wings around you for comfort during this difficult time. God bless!

Deb Schaller

Jean and family, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Tim Keenan

My condolences Jean. You are in my prayers and the prayers of many others. May God's presence grace and comfort you during this difficult time.

Linda Tauferner Janik

Jean and family, I'm a former neighbor when Jill was quite young. My mom used to babysit her. Condolences to all. May you find peace and rest for Dick's soul.

Cory l Fischer

I’m very sorry to hear about Richard, I remember introducing the two of you to each other. You were always a very loving and special person to me!!! All Gods peace and strength to you at this time!! All my love and hugs to you!!!

Susan Martin McMurray

Jean. So very sorry for the loss of your husband. My sympathies to you and your family

Tina Cooney

Jean, sorry for your loss

Myra Eischen

So sorry for your loss. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories

Gary Tauferner

Jean, I am shocked to hear the news that Richard passed away. You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you added strength during this most difficult time of your life. May Dick rest in peace.

Julia Kahn

Extending my deepest condolences to the entire famil! I am so very sorry for your loss, May the wonderful memories of Richard serve to comfort all of you during this time.

Rebecca A Gehr

So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending our thoughts & prayers to all.

Janie Eisenschink

Jean and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. He made you happy for many years so prayers that those memories will help with your grief. Rest in peace🙏🏼

Ron and Jackie Barbeau

So very sorry for your loss. Sad to loose one of our moose members

Barbara Prahl

So sorry for your loss Jean, Jill and the whole family. I know how loved Dick was. May he rest in the arms of Our Lord. Barbara and Frank Prahl.

Sandy Long

Jeanie so sorry for your loss. Dick was a great guy, we had a lot of fun with the two of you years ago. Remember the good times and memories.