Richard "Dick"
Heder
- Visitation
- Monday, December 15th, from 3:30-7pm at Heritage Funeral Homes (16880 W. National Ave. New Berlin)
- Funeral Service
- Monday, December 15th, starting at 7pm at Heritage Funeral Homes (16880 W. National Ave. New Berlin)
Richard “Dick” Heder
Was born into eternal life on Saturday, December 7th, 2025 at the age of 96. Reunited with his wife Gertrude (nee Geppert). Loving father of Karen, Rick (Marla), Robert (Laura) and Dan (Cathy). Grandfather to Adam, Stacy, Josh, Ashley, Brian, Rachael, Michelle, Nathan and Allison. Great-Grandfather to Braden. Brother to Arlene. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by his parents and 2 sisters.
Member of the Milwaukee Police Department and retired as the Assistant Police Chief in 1992 after 38 years.
Dick was the true patriarch of his family and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A visitation will be held on Monday, December 15th, from 3:30-7pm at Heritage Funeral Homes (16880 W. National Ave. New Berlin). A funeral service will begin at 7pm.
To The Heder Family,
My deepest sympathy to all. I served under Dick at No. 5 District when I was a rookie in 1964. He was a big influence on my career. I had & have the utmost respect for him and appreciated him all the years. He will be missed by so many of us who had an opportunity to serve with & for him.
May he rest in peace.
Dear Heder Family,
I’m so sorry for the loss of Uncle Dick. I have so many cherished memories of him growing up. His sense of humor was like no other and he will be missed. Our love to you all.
Uncle Dick was the fun uncle. Great wit, towering presence but never treating as a child. I .will always remember him fondly.