Richard Carl
Mantych
Richard Carl Mantych
1955 – 2024
Passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the age of 69. Rick is the beloved husband of Lauren Mantych (nee Spruck). Loving brother of Lynn (Bill) Galovich. Dear brother-in-law of Randall Walenczyk, and Andrea and Jeff Westerinen. Rick is the proud uncle to 7 nieces and nephews and 7 great-nieces and nephews. Further survived by many relatives and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents John and Berniece Mantych (nee Jaworski), brothers Michael Mantych and John “Jackie” Mantych and his sister, Claudia Walenczyk.
Rick loved to play cards and trivia, loved his Green Bay Packers, and he loved to travel and explore many new places and sites.
Rick never entered a room without a smile and a smart remark. He was a beacon of light to all he met. He always made people laugh and was a joy to be around.
MILWAUKEE AREA SERVICE
Memorial Gathering Sunday June 30, 2024 at the Heritage Funeral Home 16880 W. National Avenue, New Berlin, WI 53151 from 1:00 PM until the time of the Memorial Service at 3:00 PM
Life on earth will never be the same without you here. This is a hard one, I am sorry.
You were a shining star that filled a room with love and laughter. We will always keep you close in our hearts and in our memories. You will truly be missed.
Rick I’m going to miss you friend. I remember when you first started at the casino, we connected, we laughed and always had a fun time. I love you and going to miss you .
I am so sorry!! Rick was bigger than life!! Always a smile on his face and just a wonderful man!!! He will be missed!!🙏🙏
Lauren, I extend my sympathy to you.
The little time we knew him he always had us laughing. He was a great guy.
Rick,
You were one of our dearest friends and a special “Uncle” to our kids and our grandchildren. We always thought of you and Lauren as being part of our family.
It’s hard to believe that you were called from this life so soon.
We are so glad that we were able to visit with you when you and Lauren were in town a couple of weekends ago.
You will be missed more than words can express. Rest in Peace our dearest friend until we meet again 💔💔
Lauren,
We are so very sorry for your loss of your dearest friend and husband. Our hearts are breaking for you 💔💔. Just take “one day at a time” and take care of yourself ❤️
We are and always will be here for you wherever you need us. Love you much ❤️❤️
Shocked and saddened to read this. He was nothing but upbeat and fun. My sympathies go out to you and your family.
My heart is so sad! Rick was like family to us. Loved seeing him at Lynn and Bills. Always with the biggest smile on his face. He always had “his spot” at the island. Will miss you Rick!!
So sad to hear of Rick’s passing. He was a joy to work with and always in a happy upbeat mood that was great to be around.
Lauren,
Grant and I are so sorry for loss. I will miss Rick’s smile and how friendly he was to everyone. Our visits to the Watering Hole will not be the same.
We are so sorry we can’t be there to celebrate him today.
Grant and Joan
To Lauren and Rick’s family,
We are saddened to hear of Rick’s passing and he will be certainly be missed.
From all of Rick’s team mates at St. Vincent de Paul Green Bay.