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Obituary for Richard K. Barsema
RICHARD K. BARSEMA, 75, of Fulton, IL, died Monday, February 20, 2023 at MercyOne Clinton – Clinton, IA, with his daughters by his side.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 27, 2023 at the Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home, officiated by Mr. Ken Renkes. There will be a memorial visitation prior to the service, starting at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison, IL. A memorial has been established.
Rich was born July 22, 1947 in Morrison, IL to Cornelius and Lena R. (Brackemyer) Barsema. He was educated in the Fulton grade schools, was a graduate of Fulton High School, and was a veteran of the U. S. Army. He married Carleen Wiersema on January 2, 1968 in Fulton, IL. They later divorced. Rich was employed at Drives and the Ford Garage, both in Fulton. He then was employed by Vend-O-Mac and Wiersema Charter in Morrison. He was an avid NASCAR and Chicago Bears fan and enjoyed woodworking and working on cars. He loved the time he spent with family and friends, especially his best friend, Dave Ammon, and his grand-dog, Sophie.
Survivors include two daughters, Rana Sue (Steve Jones) Barsema of Morrison and Christine Lynn (Fred) Reedy of Fulton. He was preceded in death by his parents.
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Previous Events
Memorial Visitation
Monday
27
Feb
10:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
Bosma-Renkes - Fulton Chapel
1500 10th Avenue
Fulton, IL 61252
Memorial Service
Monday
27
Feb
11:00 AM
Bosma-Renkes - Fulton Chapel
1500 10th Avenue
Fulton, IL 61252
Cemetery Details
Location
Grove Hill Cemetery
East High Street
Morrison, IL 61270
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