Richard L. Garbelman

Richard L. Garbelman died peacefully on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at Mariposa Hospice House in The Villages, Florida. He was 73. He was born on Jan. 8, 1947, in St. Charles, Illinois. Richard’s family moved to Wisconsin when he was 1 year old. Richard and his wife, Pat, moved to The Villages, in Lady Lake in 2019 for health reasons. They enjoyed all The Villages offered especially the entertainment and pools. He regularly went to the pool for water therapy. Although he had many health problems, Richard persevered at trying to maintain independence and working on his therapy. Richard enjoyed golfing, motorcycling, and working on and driving his classic cars. He won many trophies at car shows. He was a quiet peaceful man. When he had something to say it was usually sarcastic and funny. His sense of humor made people laugh. Richard never had a bad word to say about others. He was well respected by all that knew him. Richard was 32 years sober and a grateful member of AA. Richard is survived by his wife of 37 years, Pat, his son, Mike (Amy) Garbelman, of Shawano; his daughter, Kelly Garbelman (Steve), of Marquette, Michigan; his sister, Bobbette Hull, of Shawano; three sisters-in-law, Bonnie, JoEllyn and Kathy; three brothers-in-law, Jim, John and Tom (Steven); three grandchildren, Brad (Amelia), Jeremy (Angela) and Jessica (Tim); and six great-grandchildren, Ivy, Vivian, Addison, Michaela, Aubrey, and Kaylee. He is further survived by his uncle, Richard Beane, of Illinois; many cousins, nieces, nephews, and the best friends ever. Preceding him in death are his parents, Myron and Juanita Garbelman; one granddaughter, Kayla; his in-laws, Richard and Patricia Jerow; and four brother-in-laws, Bill Olson, Doc Hull, Mike VanLieshout, and Jim Dutcher. No services will be held. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Mariposa Hospice House in The Villages, and thank you for keeping him comfortable in his final days. Rest in peace with love.