Richard L. Novak

Richard L. Novak, age 83, of Manitowoc, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at his residence in Manitowoc. 

Richard was born on June 26th, 1941 in Leesville, LA, son of the late Richard M. and Regina K. (Katal) Novak. He was a high school graduate class of 1959. Richard joined the United States Air Force in 1959 where he served for 6 years. 

Richard enjoyed spending time with his family, playing the guitar, listening to music. He enjoyed nature and gardening. Richard also enjoyed reading the Bible and learning about God. 

Richard is survived by his wife of 41 years, Sebastiana P. Novak; 4 stepchildren, Irene & Mark Schoener, Fond du Lac, Isabel & Glen Rezacheck, Manitowoc, Richard & Sherry Gadzinski, Cleveland; 11 grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents: Richard & Regina Novak; and his stepson: Victor J. Gadzinski. 

A Memorial Service will be at a future date.

The Lakeshore Family Funeral Homes, Jens Family Funeral Home, Manitowoc location is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting www.lakeshorefamilyfuneralhomes.com

The family would like to thank the hospice nurses: Katty, Lisa, Chealsy and Pam for all the compassionate care they provided to Richard.

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