Mr. Richard Arthur Wildgen's Obituary
Richard A. Wildgen, age 71, died Thursday, October 24, 2019 in Plainwell, MI. Richard was born September 26, 1948 to Dr. Bernard C. and Norma (Woodhouse) Wildgen in Detroit. As a child, Richard was confirmed and was a parishioner of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Muskegon. He was a graduate of Mona Shores High School. Richard was a very creative person; an excellent photographer and guitar player. He also loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. Richard is survived by his siblings, Sarah Wildgen, David (Elayne) Wildgen, Norma Anne (Bart) Merkle, Rebecca (Richard) DeRose and James (Carol) Wildgen; and many nieces and nephews. A PRIVATE GRAVESIDE SERVICE will be held. Memorial Contributions in Richard’s name may be made to National Alliance on Mental Illness. The family is being served by The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 737 Apple Ave. Muskegon, MI 49442, 231-726-5210. Share memories with the family at Richard’s online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com.
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