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Obituary for Richard J. Detaege
Richard J. Detaege, 82, Town of Oconto, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at his home. Dick was born September 30, 1930 in Oconto to the late Henry and Margaret (Leneau) Detaege. He married Barbara Mayo on July 12, 1958. She preceded him in death on February 19, 2009. Dick served his country in the US Navy. Dick was a farmer his entire life, operated both dairy and beef farms in his lifetime. He was a member of Holy Trinity Parish, Oconto. Dick is survived by two sons, Kevin (Blanca) Detaege; Daniel Detaege; two brothers, Raymond (Patricia) Detaege; Bernard Detaege; a sister, Dolores Aubry; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother Byron Detaege. The family will receive relatives and friends at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Oconto, from 9 to 11 AM Friday, September 20, 2013. Mass of Christian Burial will be co-celebrated 11 AM Friday at the church by Rev. Joel Sember and Rev. Bob Karuhn. Burial will be at the Oconto Catholic Cemetery. The Gallagher Funeral Home, Oconto, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.gallagherfuneralhome.net.
Cemetery: Oconto Catholic Cemetery
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