- VISITATION and FUNERAL SERVICE: will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at HALES CORNERS LUTHERAN CHURCH 12300 W Janesville Rd, in HALES CORNERS from 9:00 am until the time of service at 10:30 am.
- Private family inurnment later at Wisconsin Memorial Park Cemetery.
Richard “Rich” Henry Rydeski of Hales Corners, WI, was called home to the Lord on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the age of 84. Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Weber) for 55 years. Dear Father of Michael (Kelly) Rydeski, Daniel (Amy) Rydeski, and James (Alea) Rydeski. Grandfather of Brooke, Ryan, Jake, Mason, and Lexi. Co-owner of the Porkie Co. for 62 years. Proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1960 to 1965. Rich loved water skiing, snowmobiling, ATV riding, fishing, and hunting.
“Here’s to all the good times with family and friends at our Deepwoods retreat home. I want to thank my wife, Kathy, for all the great years together and for giving us three great sons. See you later, alligator”.
If desired, donations may be made in Rich’s name to Hales Corners Lutheran Church and/or the National Autism Society.
Dear family. Pete and I aare so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. Until you see him again, may you remember all the wonderful times you had together..
Pete and Trish Schweitzer
I pass on my deepest sympathy to the Rydeski family! I was very glad I got to visit with him about a month ago. I remember growing up in the neighborhood of N64th St Him and Noel Niehausen with their old cars and pinning me on the hill for a pink belly! Then there were evenings when Rich would have to play ping pong to see who would have to do the dishes. Rest with the Lord! Miss you and Semper Fi my Marine friend . Curley
I forgot to mention that the dishes were with his sister Janie !
We were shocked to hear of Rich’s passing. We remember all the fun times together at Beulah Beach and all the Schlitz after parties. Missed you this past year.
Our deepest sympathies go out to you, Kathy, and your family.
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Cathy and the entire family my condolences. From the Schaefer family .Rita always talked to you. You two are the nicest people we have ever meet God Bless.
Best Regaurds Douglas Schaefer