Richard L. “Dick” Klimek, age 73, of Tomahawk, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2019 at home under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice. Dick was born January 9, 1946 in Wausau, WI to the late Victor and Doris (Reals) Klimek.

Dick was a lifelong resident of Tomahawk. He was married to Sandra Lemke on on October 1, 1966 in Rhinelander; she survives. Dick worked at the Tomahawk Paper Mill for 35 years; retiring in 2011. He enjoyed deer hunting, and making food plots. He also liked fishing, snowmobiling, and golfing. Most of all, Dick loved spending time with his family.

Survivors include, his Wife, Sandra Klimek of Tomahawk, 3 Daughters, Tracy (Gene) Kosky of Minocqua, Tammy Bohlman of Rhinelander, and Michelle Rigney of Tomahawk. He is further survived by 6 Grandchildren, and 7 Great Grandchildren.

Dick was preceded in death by his Parents, and his Brother, David Klimek in 2013.

A private family service for Richard “Dick” Klimek will be held at a later date. Generations Funeral Home & Crematory, Tomahawk, is assisting the family. View Dick’s obituary and leave online condolences at generationsfuneral.com.