Passed away peacefully July 11th surrounded by family and lots of love! Preceded in death by his loving wife, Karen; his parents, Richard Sr. and Ethel; brothers, William and James. Survived by children, Richard and Tammie, Daniel and Sandi, Debbie and Gary, and Kelly; grandchildren, Nichole and Chase, and Kennedy; great-grandson, Gavin; siblings, Laura, Cindy, Steven and Connie, Valerie and Dennis, and Michael. Many nieces, nephews and cousins.Gathering at Fort Snelling Historic Chapel, on the grounds of Ft. Snelling State Park, 1 Tower Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55417, from 9-11 AM Wednesday, July 19. Interment will follow at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.