Richard “Dick” C. Lysy
Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 18th, 2017 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. John K. Stake will officiate. Visitation will be Saturday at Roseberry’ Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Interment will be at Mt. Repose Cemetery at a later date.
Dick was born February 28, 1929 in Friendship, Wisconsin the son of Charles and Rose (Vana) Lysy. He married Verla McMahon on February 25, 1951 in the Friendship Congregational Church. Dick graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1947. He started his banking career at the Adams County State Bank in June of 1947. In 1950 he enlisted in the Navy and served four years. After being discharged he returned to Wisconsin and accepted a position with the Peoples Bank of Coloma. In 1987, Dick retired from the M&I Bank of Coloma after 40 years. He served as President, CEO, and Director for many years.
He was a life member of the American Legion for 61 years.
Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Rose Lysy; and brother-in-law, Harold Landon.
Dick is survived by his wife, Verla; and his only sister, Elsie Landon of Friendship. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends.
Dick was interested in the A-F High School scholarship program, sports activities, and the Art Center. His dream came true when the Art Center was finished. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the A-F Education Foundation for the Art Center.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences.
Verla,
Sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. Our prayers are with you.
Verla,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Dick was one of a kind, and he was such a kind and thoughtful man. We loved his sense of humor. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Elise, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for family and friends.
Verla, sorry to hear of Dick’s passing, he and I went to school together and graduated in 1947. It was always nice to see you two at the at the alumni banquets, and see what smart remarks he could come up with. He was a special student and athlete and friend to everyone.
Verla,
I’m so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing and glad I knew him for so many years. He will be missed by many. Cherish the memories.
Verla,
We were sorry to hear of Dicks passing I think I knew him most of my life. I will always remember the time you showed our daughter and me around San Diago when she was moving there. It was a lot of fun and greatly appreciated. RIP Dick
Verla, Was so sorry to hear about Dick. Like every one said he has done so much for a lot of things during his life. He will always be remembered. My thought and prayers are with you always.
Ann
Verla, my most sincere sympathy to you as you will forever share the many good memories in your heart. Dick was always there to “lend” for our many adventures. May God bless you at this troubled time..
Verla,
So sorry to hear about Dick’s passing. We have great memories of him.
Larry and Deborah Monroe
Verla,
Dick was such a good and generous man, who made a difference in many lives. His dedication to his hometown is a model for the rest of us! What a wonderful life you and he have shared with the various communities you made your home in over the years!
Verla and Elsie, I was saddened today to hear of Dick’s passing. I’ve known him most all of my life and he was a great friend of Aaron’s and mine. Aaron played baseball with him. Have many fond memories of the times we got together in San Diego and Arizona when you used to spend the winters here, and also of our get-togethers after the Alumni Banquets. A-F High has benefited so greatly from his generosity and his memory will have a special place in the hearts of so many as they benefit from his continual gift.
Will hope to see you the end of May. Gladys York
Verla so sorry for your loss. Hugs, thoughts and prayers to you. Will miss seeing Dick at our picnics.
Sending condolences, Verla.
Dick was a respected leader in our community & church in Hancock.
May Dick rest in peace. I made many trips to see him when I was young with my father who was his friend. I was especially proud to share my birthday with him. He was one of the good guys!
Verla.
So very sorry to learn of Dick’s passing. He was a good friend, and he is going to be missed by many.
Verla,
Sorry to hear about Dick. Dick’s and your support of the Education Foundation and the community of Adams-Friendship is deeply appreciated. Dick will truly be missed.
Verla,
So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing, he was a wonderful friend as well as my boss for many years. Cherish the memories. RIP Dick.
Verla, so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing, he was a wonderful friend as well as my boss for many years. Cherish the memories. RIP Dick.
Verla…..Sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. He will be missed by all who knew him. You have both been great supporters of the Adams County Historical Society and the Education Foundation. RIP Dick.
Verla, Elsie and family: I’m so sorry to hear of the death of a long time classmate. We began our education in kindergarten in Friendship Grade School all the way through A.F. H.S. How to describe Dick? He was a card! Always had a wise crack at the ready. A very intelligent kid…….learning seemed easy for him. He was involved in many activities and organizations back then, and that continued in his adult life. He was an asset to any community he was a part of. I’m sorry my old friend is gone, but his life was full. May God bless his memory.
Verla,
So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. I truly enjoyed getting to know Dick through the Education Foundation and our athletic HOF. Green Devil Nation has lost a great supporter, he will missed by all who knew him. RIP Dick