Erick R. "Rick"
Sitte
Erick R. “Rick” Sitte
of Franklin, WI passed away unexpectedly at home on July 25, 2023 at the age of 74.
Erick was born on September 5, 1948 in Waukegan, IL and served with distinction as a Captain for the Milwaukee County Sheriffs Department for over 25 years. Over those 25 years, Rick served Milwaukee County as part of patrol, in the jail, and in the courts. Rick’s most precious part of his life was his family.
Rick is survived by his loving wife Ann; beloved son Erich; beloved daughter Kristin (Chad) Harris; granddaughter Olivia and sister Linda (Ken) Hojnacki. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Erick was preceded in death by his Father, Erich; Mother, Ruth and and half-sister Elaine (Richard) Wroblewski.
A visitation and funeral service will be held in honor of Rick on Sunday, July 30th, 2023 at Hales Corners Lutheran Church (12300 W Janesville Rd.). The visitation will be held from 2-4pm, and the funeral service will begin at 4pm.
Rick will be laid to rest in Chapel Hill Memorial Park in Greenfield, WI.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hales Corners Lutheran Church or The Milwaukee Deputy Sheriffs’ Association.
Our sincere condolences to Rick’s family. Rick touched so many lives as a loving family man, caring professional sheriff and wonderful friend. He will be thought of often and never forgotten. May all your good memories outweigh your sadness during this difficult time. Something that we have found in be of great comfort is in the Bible at John 5:28 “all those in the memorial tombs will hear his (Jesus) voice and come out “. May God Jehovah give strength and his love to each of you always..
Prayers for the entire family. I am so glad we got to visit just two weeks ago after several decades of not being in tourch. I love you all.
Toni Myers (Spaeth), Chris Spaeth’s Daughter
Thanks Toni. So blessed that we all got to see each other and reconnect some a couple weeks before Rick’s death. He was a great big brother and our family has so many wonderful memories of him . We all know, that he is in heaven and look forward to a joyful reunion with him ther.e. “Blessed are those who die in the Lord, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
I will always remember our family summer vacations. What fun we always had!
Those were all great times growing up . We had so many other great family times together as family into our adult years. Family gatherings, playing cards, and Christmas Eve celebrations all come to mind.
Those were all great times growing up at Long Lake. We had so many other great family times together as family into our adult years as well with . Family gatherings, playing cards, and Christmas Eve celebrations all come to mind.
I was stunned and shocked to read of Rick’s passing, while looking at a friend’s obituary. The welcoming arms of our Lord we’re waiting for him. He certainly was one of the good guys at Lutheran Brotherhood many years ago. My most sincere and loving condolences to Ann and the family. May the Lord be with you.
His passing was a shock to his coworkers & friends at Boucher. Though I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting him as we were on different hours at work, I have heard many good things about him from those who were lucky enough to work with him. Please accept my deepest sympathy as I’m so sorry for your loss.