Richard Lee Badgerow

Richard Lee Badgerow, age 83, of Kenosha, passed away on June 13th, 2023. He was born on June 3rd, 1940, to the late Lloyd and Minnie (Kolmo) Badgerow in Kenosha. He attended Kenosha schools and graduated from Kenosha High School in 1958. On December 8th, 1984, he married Kathleen in Reno, Nevada. He owned and operated Badgerow Drywall for most of his life, incorporating several family members in the business including his son, and eventually retiring in 2008. He loved to golf and was especially proud of getting a hole in one during his golfing days. He also loved to spend time with his family, was a master on the grill and was known to be the life of the party.

He is survived by his 3 children: Dave Badgerow, Laura (Bill) Weisbrod, and Kristine Hoferitza, grandchildren: Evan (Ally) Weisbrod, Alaina (Kalvin) Lazarte, Eric Weisbrod, Halle Hoferitza, and Gage Badgerow, a soon to be great granddaughter, brothers: Bob (Dina) Badgerow, and Jerry (Marlene) Badgerow, and many nieces & nephews & friends; namely his lifelong golf buddy Hank Garbers. He is preceded in death by his wife, parents, and siblings: Don Badgerow, Sheila Greco, and Georgia Buratti.

A special thank you to Parkside Manor for the compassionate care they gave to our dad.

As per the family’s wishes, services will be held privately.

Casey Family Options Funerals and Cremations

Stephen P. Casey, Owner/Funeral Director

(262) 653-0667

www.CaseyFamilyOptions.com

Thoughts for Richard Lee Badgerow;

  • David, Laura and Krissy

    I wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear about your dad, we had a lot of wonderful memories as kids. You are right he loved to be the life of the party we had a lot of fun. Know that I am thinking of you and hope you are all well

  • Rich "Bo"Bosanko says:

    To Dick’s Family: On behalf of the Kenosha Fire Department FAMILY, both ACTIVE and RETIRED members , our sincere sympathy to all of you on your loss of Dick. We wish you many fond memories of him and the good times that you all shared together as a FAMILY. He truly lived life to the fullest We share in your sorrow. In sadness……….

    Rich “Bo” Bosanko
    Battalion Chief-Retired
    Kenosha Fire Dept.

  • Randall Briggs says:

    So sorry to hear about the passing of Richard. He was a kind and helpful person. He will be deeply missed. 🙏

  • To the Badgerow Famly: My twin brother and I are very sorry that you have lost your dear father and dear brother. I am sure he was a wonderful person. Jane (Ottum) and John Badgerow

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