RACINE – Richard F. White, 62, passed away at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee on October 16, 2016.

A lifelong resident of Racine, he was born on February 23, 1954, the son of the late Charles and Belle (nee: Kickland) White.  He graduated from Washington Park High School.

Richard worked many years for Riley Construction but spent the past ten years with Boat Tailors.  He was a member of the Racine Pigeon Club and enjoyed cooking, fishing, bowling and being in the company of his nephew and best friend, Joe Espinoza.

He is survived by his loving wife, Diana of Racine; his son, Ben White of Mauston; his daughter, Melissa (Robert) Kuhn of Arizona; his stepdaughters, Kristina and Cassandra Williams of Racine; his 8 grandchildren; his sisters, Vickie Espinoza, Linda Simpson both of Racine, Sheree Tobias of Florida; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles "Butchy" White and his niece, Diana Jo "DJ" White.

A private service was held.  Memorials in Richard's name may be directed to the Froedtert Clinical Cancer Center (8800 W. Doyne Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226).

The family extends a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff at Froedtert Hospital; especially, the ICU nurses, Barbie and Annie for the excellent attention he received while under their care.