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Richard Martin “Dick” Shotkoski

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Birth	:	11 Nov 1933 Genoa, Nance County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	21 May 2021 Hastings, Adams County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Saint Peter Catholic Cemetery, Fullerton, Nance County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.3510017, -97.9796524
Description	:	Richard Martin Shotkoski, beloved father and grandfather, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021, surrounded by his family at Providence Place in Hastings, NE. He was 87 years old and said every day after 75 was a gift. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Krakow (rural Genoa) with Reverend William L'Heureux officiating. To honor Dick's wishes, cremation will take place following the service and a private family burial of ashes will be Wednesday, May 26th at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery in Fullerton with military honors... Read More	Richard Martin Shotkoski, beloved father and grandfather, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021, surrounded by his family at Providence Place in Hastings, NE. He was 87 years old and said every day after 75 was a gift. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Krakow (rural Genoa) with Reverend William L'Heureux officiating. To honor Dick's wishes, cremation will take place following the service and a private family burial of ashes will be Wednesday, May 26th at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery in Fullerton with military honors by Fullerton American Legion Post #151. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. with a 7 p.m. rosary service Monday, May 24th at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Krakow. Dick was born on November 12, 1933 in Genoa, NE, the youngest of six children of the union of Albert and Stella (Jarecki) Shotkoski. He grew up on the family farm near Fullerton. He was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith, and educated at Fullerton High School, where he was a member of the National Honor Society and on the football team. He entered the United States Army in 1954, where he served as a Radio Operator and was honorably discharged in 1956, earning a National Defense Service Medal and Army of Occupation (Germany) Medal. After, he returned to Fullerton to farm the home place. Dick loved every part of farming and raising livestock, and in the winter months he would move hay for area farmers. Dick was active in the National Farmers Organization (NFO), St. Peter's Church Committees and Calf Club, District 23 School Board, and the local bowling league. He retired from active farming at the age of 62 and rented his farm to family and neighbors. He moved to Sun City West in Phoenix for the winter months and joined the parish of Our Lady of Lourdes and Prince of Peace and began working there in maintenance. After 20 years he retired again, but still volunteered at the parish. He was an active member of the Sun City West Prides volunteer organization. In the summer months, he returned to Nebraska to work on the farm, go fishing, and watch his grandkids play baseball, softball, volleyball, and soccer. He loved dancing to polka and country music. On October 19, 1957, Dick was united in marriage to his sweetheart, Margaret Lesiak, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Fullerton. They were blessed with the births of nine children, sadly losing Stephen John at 3 days old. Dick was devoted to Margaret and they worked together farming and raising their children. Although Margaret passed away in 1982 from a farming accident, he loved her for the rest of his life. He leaves behind many memories of lunches in the field, fishing at local lakes and rivers, golfing, and playing cards at the dining table. He always said his kids made him feel like a millionaire. He will be very lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all who were a part of his life. Surviving family members include his children and spouses: Jane (Albert) Sims of Superior, WI, Christine (Eric) Belgum of Hastings, Karen (Tom) Engel of Clarks, Ken (Arlene) Shotkoski of Fullerton, Annette (Dan) Hellbusch of Columbus, Nancy (John) Reischl of Fairmont, MN, Cindy Wurdeman of Hastings, and Gail (Tom) Knopik of Fullerton; 28 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; his extended family includes Shirley Shotkoski, Marcy Zakrzewski, Norbert (JoAnn) Lesiak, Janet (Joe) Rinkol; and nieces and nephews, and other relatives in the Fullerton area and friends in both Nebraska and Arizona. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Margaret; parents, Albert & Stella; son, Stephen; grandson, Caleb; siblings, Lucion (his best friend), Dennis, Esther, Theresa, and Alice Mae; along with many other loved ones. May God richly bless the memory of Richard Shotkoski.

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Richard Martin “Dick” Shotkoski's memorial is located at: Saint Peter Catholic Cemetery, Fullerton, Nance County, USA.
When did Richard Martin “Dick” Shotkoski death?
Richard Martin “Dick” Shotkoski death on 21 May 2021 in Hastings, Adams County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 41.3510017
Longitude: -97.9796524

Family Members:

Parent

George A “Albert” Shotkoski

(1891 - 1976)

Stella J. Jarecki Shotkoski

(1895 - 1977)

Spouse

Margaret A. Lesiak Shotkoski

(1939 - 1982)

Siblings

Dennis Edward Shotkoski

(1920 - 2008)

Children

Stephen John Shotkoski

(1959 - 1959)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Peter Catholic Cemetery
Fullerton, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3510017, -97.9796524

2. Fullerton Cemetery
Fullerton, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3510017, -97.9813995

3. Nance County Rural Grave Site
Fullerton, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3369000, -98.0790000

4. Morning Star Cemetery
Fullerton, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3229750, -98.0977170

5. Bureau Cemetery
Clarks, Merrick County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2639008, -97.9344025

6. Sunnyside Cemetery
Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4016991, -97.8692017

7. Peace Lutheran Cemetery
Belgrade, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4306984, -98.1434021

8. Fairview Cemetery
Silver Creek, Merrick County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2920000, -97.8006000

9. Redwing Cemetery
Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4446983, -98.1369019

10. Main Cemetery
Belgrade, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4947014, -98.0425034

11. Skeedee Cemetery
Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5038986, -97.8850021

12. Burke Cemetery
Central City, Merrick County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1833420, -98.0398407

13. Naomi Cemetery
Saint Edward, Boone County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5245200, -97.9907000

14. Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery
Krakow, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3908157, -97.7522888

15. Calvary Cemetery
Clarks, Merrick County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2196999, -97.8193970

16. Glenwood Cemetery
Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2928990, -98.2148550

17. Lingle Cemetery
Genoa, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5108000, -97.8384000

18. Valley View Cemetery
Genoa, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4317017, -97.7319031

19. Saint Lawrence Cemetery
Silver Creek, Merrick County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2942009, -97.7052994

20. Central City Cemetery
Central City, Merrick County, USA
Coordinate: 41.1369019, -97.9944000

21. Genoa Indian Industrial School Cemetery
Genoa, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4471700, -97.7218400

22. Silver Creek Cemetery
Silver Creek, Merrick County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3222008, -97.6830978

23. Fairview Cemetery
Swedehome, Polk County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2357500, -97.7052000

24. Evergreen Cemetery
Saint Edward, Boone County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5677986, -97.8411026