Richard P. “Dick” Deneau

Resided in Gladstone, MI
Died July 13, 2019

Richard P. “Dick” Deneau, age 73, of Gladstone, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at UP Health Systems in Marquette.

Richard was born January 6, 1946, the son of Ernest and Vivian (Ketcham) in Gladstone, MI where he lived his entire life. He graduated from Gladstone High School in 1966 and went to work for Mead Paper in 1969 until his retirement in 2005.

Richard met his soul mate Mary and married her on June 21, 1969. and just celebrated 50 years of marriage in June.
Richard was a proud member of The Sons of the American Legion Post 71 for 39 years serving as commander for ten years.
Richard loved being with his family and friends and spending time at camp the most especially during hunting season. He also enjoyed listening to music, playing guitar, and going camping.
Richard’s second favorite pastime was collecting military patches and insignia. He was a lifelong avid collector starting at 12 years old. He loved going to rummage sales, flea markets and looking on eBay where he would find many items to add to his collection.

In addition to his loving wife, Mary, Richard is survived by:
2 Daughters: Becky (Sonny) Frappier of Gladstone, MI
Dawn Lynch of Escanaba, MI
2 Brothers: Jack (Marcy) Deneau of Marquette, MI
Jim Stewart of Marquette, MI
2 Sisters: Ellen “Babe” Stewart of Marquette, MI
Betty (Leo) Brunette of Gladstone, MI
4 Grandchildren: Josh, Tyler, Morgan, and Alex.
3 Great Grandchildren: Peyton, Addelyn, and Awtumn.
Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and his family pet, Bentley.

In addition to his Parents, Richard is preceded in death by:
Daughter: Amy Jo Deneau
And 2 infant Sons: James and Scott.

Family will receive friends Friday, July 19, 2019 from 2:00 until 4:00 PM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Funeral Services will follow visiting hours at 4:00 PM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone with Rev. Fr. Jamie Ziminski officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Gladstone American Legion. Richard will be laid to rest in the Fernwood Cemetery in Gladstone.
The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Deneau Family.

5 Tributes for “Richard P. “Dick” Deneau

    Your dad was such a wonderful person to all who met him. He was especially wonderful to his wife, daughters and grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
    Love you all,
    Cathy and Jack Niles

    So sorry for your loss. I will always remember his kindness, smile, laugh and all the fun’ times up at camp. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We love you guys!

    Scott, Cindy, Maddie, Kalie Frappier
    Zack and Andrea Jones

    Mary and the twins: You have lost a good one.
    Jack and Marcy: Our class has gotten much smaller.
    Dick: Bird. pour me a beer. I’ll be along shortly.

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