Richard L. Eckes Sr. Obituary
We bid farewell to Richard L. Eckes Sr. of Waupun, Wisconsin, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 22, 2025 at the age of 81. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard L. Eckes Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur Eckes and Leona Eckes (Boehnig); his sisters, Marlene Lapinski and Nancy Felch; and his stepson Jack Rose (Diane Giese).
He is survived by: his son Richard Eckes (Sandra) of Beaver Dam; his grandsons, Brandon Eckes (Monica), Dustin Eckes and Angel De La Cruz; his great grandchildren, Amaria Jean and Rylinn Paige Eckes; his stepdaughter Barb Rosenthal (Jay) of Fond du Lac; his siblings, Darrell Eckes (Aloha) of Wausau, Diane Richards of Sheboygan and Kathy Hogan of Sheboygan; and his sister-in-law Joan Eckes. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 1st 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home (N7199 N Crystal Lake Rd, Beaver Dam, WI 53916). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 1st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, May 1st 2025 at 11:45 AM at the Cemetery Oakwood Cemetery-Beaver Dam (W8285 State Rd 33, Beaver Dam, WI 53916).