Richard Aeschbach

Richard Aeschbach

January 08, 1952 - April 17, 2022

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Windsor - Richard “Rich, Dick, Kung” Aeschbach lost his battle with cancer on Sunday, April 17, 2022, with his wife, Karen by his side. No more pain or physical restrictions. Picture him soaring like an eagle just taking it all in.

Rich is survived by his wife of 48 years, Karen Aeschbach; Three brothers, Jim (Corinne) Aeschbach of Cross Plains, WI, Bob (Eileen) Aeschbach of Dane, WI, and Tom (Joni) Aeschbach of Waunakee, WI; Nine nieces and nephews, Maria (Eric) Gray of Portage, WI, Wayne (Sarah) Aeschbach of Mount Horeb, WI, Annette Aeschbach of Poynette, WI, Brenda Aeschbach of Harmony Grove, WI, Keith Aeschbach of Dane, WI, Andrea (Matt) Klemm of Waunakee, Justin (Kate) Aeschbach of Germany, Josh ( Stacia) Aeschbach of Blue Mounds, WI, and Jared (Chelsea) of Muskego, WI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fredrick “Roy” and Coletta Aeschbach; and a nephew Aaron Aeschbach.

Rich, the 4th son of Fredrick “Roy” and Coletta Aeschbach was born Jan 8, 1952, in Madison, WI. His family lived in Cross Plains and later Middleton, WI where he attended school.

Rich served 3 years in the Army, 2 years in Germany and 1 year in Vietnam. Shortly after returning home from the service, he met Karen and they were married in less than a year. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, softball, bowling and golf.

After working at Oscar Mayer in Madison, WI for 10 years Rich wanted to be his own boss so in his 30's he completed college. After a few years with a degree in machine tool and the right opportunity he opened Aeschbach Maintenance Machining (AAM) in Arlington, WI. Within 2 years he built a new machine shop in Poynette, WI. Rich ran a very successful business for 22 years before selling the shop and retiring.

After retiring Rich and Karen became snowbirds, spending the winters in Point Venture, TX and the summers in Princeton, WI. In May 2021 they moved to Windsor, WI.

Along the way Rich received numerous acknowledgments, awards and trophies. A few that meant the most to him are: a 2001 Columbia County Manufacturer of the Year Special Award for Community Commitment and nomination for Manufacturer of the Year Award, 1993 WI Vietnam Veteran Outstanding Achievement Award, and a 1977 softball MVP trophy. He said the MVP trophy meant so much because his Teammates picked him. On July 31, 2021, his family honored Rich by dedicating and placing a Legacy Stone at the Highground Veterans Park in Neillsville, WI.

Beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend you'll always stay deep in our hearts, loved and forever missed. Rich always was quick with a big smile and joyous laughter to all he met. His kindness, loving ways will always be remembered.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 AM on Monday, April 25, 2022, at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 6924 Lake Road, DeForest. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until 11:15 AM. A livestream of Rich’s service can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCewLKLGqcCUs91_A4LLGfKA.

Memorial donations can be made in Rich's name to the American Legion, Wounded Warriors Project, or Agrace Hospice. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Windsor/DeForest Chapel

6924 Lake Rd

608-846-4250

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Dan Simms
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Sincere condolences to Karen and the Aeschbach Family on Dick's passing. Knowing Dick as his classmate from 6th-grade thru HS was an education outside of the classroom. I learned that a 1967 Mustang's tires could smoke, going into 3rd gear! Thanks, Dick, for being a good, loyal friend to so many . . . RIP, buddy! Dan Simms
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There are some people you meet that shine brighter than the Sun . That was Rich . He just had a way about him that would make you have the biggest smile .He had a wonderful sense of humor and great laugh. Being around him you just felt happy .He loved his beautiful wife Karen with all his heart and soul . After 48 years , they were still two crazy kids in love .So many lives were touched by his kindness and generosity .He was truly one the good guys but , far to humble to ever think of himself in that way .Rich was a rare blend of love, kindness and humor all wrapped up into a beautiful soul .No matter what name you knew him by , Rich , Dick or Kung . I call him LOVED.May god bless you and comfort all of you and wrap you in a warm big bear hug .
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Candy Knutson
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I always found Rich to have a willing laugh and a great sense of humor. I havent seen him since I moved away in 2012 so I just read the sad news of his passing.God Bless you all.
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Tommy
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I will fondly remember my brother Rich, he was the youngest of the Aeschbach Boys. When we were young in the 1950's we would go to town with our Dad and sit in the car while he did his business, we would send Rich in to get money from Dad so we could go to Blaskee's Store to get some candy, Dad always gave him money we could never get any but Rich always did. I'm not surprised Rich was a successful businessman he was always a little adventurous, There was one time when I was a home I think Dad was making supper when we got a call from Rich he was in Arizona. That was unusual because he was only 15. He had went out there with a family friend and never told anyone until he got there. My Dad was ferrous when Rich all I remember is he wanted to talk to our friend and Dad told him to get him home immediately. That little jaunt gave Rich the thrill for adventure. When he was in high school he had a VW bug and for grin's the packed I think the number I remember is they had 26 kids packed in the car, honestly I don't know how they did it. Then that same VW bug there was one of the Hildebrant boys that had a body shop and talked Rich into letting him paint the cat in a paisley print all over the car. Went Rich brought the bug home I thought the Old man would go ballistic, Rich had to take it back and have it repainted. There are some many more stories of Rich that we all have and these are what we have to remember him by as we all move forward. He will always be in our hearts.Tommy Aeschbach

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