Richard Witkowski

He was born in Rogers City on Sept. 14, 1935 to Frank and Josephine (Hincka) Witkowski.

Richie enjoyed hunting, fishing, trips to the casino, and Tiger Baseball.

He is survived by a sister, Janet (Phil) Whitehouse; two sisters-in-law, Naomi Witkowski and Sally Witkowski; and many nieces and nephews.

Richie was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Dorothea, Jenabe, Agnes, Edward, Eleanore, Frank, Estelle, Walter “Pete”, Martha and Louis “Louie”.

Friends may visit at St. Ignatius Catholic Church on Friday, Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. until time of Mass at 10 a.m. with Fr. Don Geyman officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Ignatius Catholic School.

Online condolences may be addressed through www.beckfuneralhome.or