Richard "Rich" Salewske, age 65, of Whispering Pines Lane, Tomahawk, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, June 17, 2015.
Rich was born in Tomahawk on September 10, 1949 to Fredrick & Mary (Stevens) Salewske. He was a 1967 graduate of Tomahawk High School. Rich served on the National Guard for 6 years. In 1973, Rich and his brother, Dan, became business partners. Together, they owned and operated Salewske Beverage until 1986. Rich is the former owner of Coldwell Banker/Lakeland Realty, and was currently selling real estate for ReMax Realty. He also formerly served on the Lincoln County Board of Realtors. Rich enjoyed his hunting and fishing trips, especially his hunting trips to Wyoming. Rich was formerly married to Sandy Myre and later married to Tracy Seidel. He will always be fondly remembered, and to some, remembered as the oldest teenager in Tomahawk.
Survivors include:
2 Daughters, Richelle (Jeff) Deist of Jackson, WI
Taylor Salewske of Tomahawk
Son, Troy Salewske of Tomahawk
Brother, Daniel (Kay) Salewske of Tomahawk
Rich is futher survived by 2 grandchildren, Dominick & Brock Deist, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Beverly.
The Funeral Service for Rich Salewske will take place at the Krueger Family Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 11:00AM. Visitation will take place at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 23 from 4:00PM until 7:00PM, and again on Wednesday from 10:00AM until the time of service at 11:00AM. Burial will take place at Greenwood Cemetery.
Memorials are appreciated to Tomahawk Hockey Association.
Krueger Family Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. You may view the obituary and leave online condolences at www.kruegerfamilyfuneral.com