Richard "Dick" Earl Inman

Military Graveside Rites will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery N4063 Veterans Way, Spooner, WI 54801 Richard “Dick” Earl Inman, age 94 of Viroqua, WI, passed away on March 15, 2024, at Schmitt Woodland Hills in Richland Center surrounded by his family. Richard was born on March 3, 1930, in Desoto, WI to Beauford and Ethel Inman. Soon after completing the eighth grade, Richard went to work on the family farm. He felt called to enlist in the Army during the Korean War, and ended his time in the service with a rank of Corporal. He then returned to Wisconsin and went back to work on his beloved family farm. Richard was incredibly proud of his time in the service and was a true patriot. He was well known for his loyalty to our country both on and off the battlefield. He was a proud lifetime member of the VFW and in thanks for his service, he was selected for the Freedom Honor Flight in 2014. That May, Richard and his son, Michael, traveled to Washington DC. Together, they could visit many memorials, along with the one built in honor of Korean War Veterans. Dick also worked as a machinist at Trane Company of La Crosse, WI. For 26 years, he showcased his precision and skill until his retirement. Dick also had a penchant for fixing up old vehicles. It was often that one might find him fixing old cars and trucks including one of his favorites, a 1956 Chevy BelAir. He also spent lots of time traveling the United States after retirement with a special friend Donna. They took their camper all over the US. One of Dick’s favorite vacation memories was his trip to Alaska, where much time was spent exploring the beautiful landscape. When Dick wasn’t traveling the country, you could find him at his favorite campground, Goose Island. If Dick wasn’t camping or fishing, he would be out eating fish at a Friday night fish fry or at home eating his favorite apple pie while reading a Western book. Dick loved many things, but fishing was his favorite, especially when he got to go with his fishing buddy, Jenna. Dick loved spending time with family and all his grandchildren. Richard is survived by 4 children, Michael (Janice) Inman of Richland Center, Danny (Vicky) Inman of Viroqua, Cindy (Ray) Burkum of Westby, and Greg Inman of Westby. He leaves behind 6 grandchildren, Amy (Bryan) Hill, Tim (Jolene) Inman, Brenda Inman, Nicholas Inman, Shane Inman, and Shena (Dave) Ortner, along with 15 great grandchildren. Jenna and Cayla Hill, Charlie Schieldt, Cameron Colton and Shelby Inman, Keegan Inman-Bingham Avienda, Arianna, Chrysabella and Gwendolyn Inman. Harrison and Oliver Inman, Carly and Haiden Ortner. Other survivors of note are his siblings, Jerry Inman of Stafford, Arizona, Bernetta (Jack) Ridlen of Edgerton, and Judith (Dale/Pete) Hansen of La Crescent, MN. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lorraine Dahl, June Larson, Marlene Nicoson, Beverly Inman; and a brother, Larry “Gene” Inman and Robert “Bobbie” Inman of Beloit (died 4 days after Richard). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 6th, 2024 from 10 AM until Noon at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home in Richland Center, WI, with Ron Fruit providing a funeral service at 11:45 AM to Noon. The local military honors unit will provide military honors on April 6, 2024, at Noon at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be held at a later date at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner, WI. www.clarymemorialfuneralhome.com Military Graveside Rites will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery N4063 Veterans Way, Spooner, WI 54801 .

Richard "Dick" Earl Inman

March 3, 1930 - March 15, 2024