Richard “Dick” R. Berendes

May 6, 1946 — April 12, 2023

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Norwalk and La Crosse - Richard “Dick” R. Berendes of Norwalk and La Crosse, Wisconsin, died peacefully surrounded by his loving wife, two sons and their families on April 12, 2023, at Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Healthcare in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Dick was born on May 6, 1946, to Richard and Rita (Kappeler) Berendes at St. Mary’s hospital in Sparta, Wisconsin. Dick was Baptized at St. John’s Summit Catholic Church, Summit Ridge, the beginning of his deep, life-long faith and strong connection to the foundations of Catholic church.

Memorials may be given in Dick’s name to St. John’s University, Roncalli Newman Center, Mary, Mother of the Church, Mayo Clinic Health System – Franciscan Healthcare, and/or WAFER food pantry.

All are welcome to celebrate Dick’s life. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, from 4 - 7pm and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2023, at 12pm with visitation from 11am until time of service. Both events will take place at Mary, Mother of the Church, 2006 Weston Street, La Crosse, Wisconsin.

The Torkelson Funeral Home assisting the family with arrangements.

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