Richard Ziemke

Richard Ziemke held a special place in so many of his families and friends lives. If you did not see Richard at Thunderbird Lanes either doing the high scores/series board or selling vegetables, then he was probably at the Columbia County Fair. Rivers Edge was his "job" for over 25 years. Pretty sure it was not a job but an establishment he went to and got paid to bless and visit with others. He graduated Portage High School Class of 1980, friends were able to visit during his class reunion last week. He blessed everyone he came in contact with either with a 50/50 ticket, smile, or karaoke. Richard was diagnosed with colon cancer July 4th, 2025. This quickly led to a short fight with chemo and Richard deciding to live what days he had left with his family and friends. This has left Richards family with a financial burden with barely any notice. Days to try and prepare for a funeral. Anyone that knew Richard, knows he planned his own funeral, with all the Bells and Whistles. Any help is appreciated to lighten the funeral expenses on Richards family especially Dorothy Ziemke. Thank you.