I was so sad to hear of your loss.Rick was a great guy and i know how empty you must feel.But just remember all the good times you had.My heart goes out to all of you.Angie,Chris & Fred i am so sorry for your loss.Please take care of your mom as i know she will do the same.Always in my thoughts & prayers!! Love Always,Carla Kuklock
Richard "Rick" J. Skuza
August 31, 1950 – January 17, 2011
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at St. Mary’s Cathedral Upper Church in St. Cloud for Richard “Rick” J. Skuza, age 60, of St. Cloud who passed away on Monday, January 17, 2011. Reverend Tony Oelrich will officiate. Entombment will take place in Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum in St. Cloud with Military Honors.
Family and friends may call between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Friday and after 9:00 a.m. on Saturday at the Daniel Funeral Home, in St. Cloud. Parish prayers will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.
Rick was born on August 31, 1950, in St. Cloud, Minnesota to James and Lorraine (Plachecki) Skuza. He served honorably in the United States Army. Rick then married Jacqueline M. Rausch on June 23, 1973 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud. Throughout his life he worked with his father for Skuza Drywall and later as a Gun Salesman at Gander Mountain. He belonged to St. Mary’s Cathedral and Eagles Aerie #622.
Rick enjoyed competitive trap shooting with his father and was also an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved time spent with his family, especially his two grandchildren.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jackie; children, Angie (Eric) Stommes, Chris (Ann) and Fred all of the St. Cloud Area; grandchildren, Chloe and Camden Stommes; parents, James and Lorraine Skuza; sister, Deborah (Ron) Mockenhaupt; nieces and nephews; and best buddy, his dog Harley.
Rick was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joseph and Clara Plachecki, Fred and Ann Skuza.
A Special Thank You to all family and friends for their support during this difficult time.
Guestbook
Dear Deb and family,
My heart goes out to you, as I cannot imagine the heartbreak you must be feeling. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, Deb, and your family.
God’s blessings of peace and comfort to you and your family.
Prayers & Hugs,
Sharon
I not only call you uncle, I call you friend!
Uncle, you’re forever in my heart. Uncles like you are precious and few!
An uncle grows more treasured as time goes by!
An uncle is a gift whose worth cannot be measured except by the heart.
An uncle is a joy to remember your whole life through.
I will truly cherish my memories of Rick. He always knew how to make me laugh.You will forever be in my heart.
What can I say….I have lost my only brother and friend. There are no words to describe the sadness and emptiness that I am feeling.
So sorry to hear about your husband’s passing. Even though we haven’t seen each other since childhood after we moved to Oregon my heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours.
I was deeply saddened to hear of Rick’s passing. I worked with Rick for many years at Gander and will never forget the fun conversations we had about family, which he loved so very much. Rick will be missed by all who knew him, but his memories will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rick was great at keeping my head on straight when I worked with him at Gander over 10 years ago. I was just a college student and he reminded me that I was still wet behind the ears, and had a lot to learn. He always had kind words when I would see him on visits to gander. It was a highlight to visit with Rick every time I stopped. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care and God Bless.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have so many wonderful memories of Rick and the family from my childhood. May you continue to find comfort in those around you.
There are no words to describe the hole in my heart this week. Ricky was cousin, my friend, and my childhood sweetheart. He always brought a smile to my face. I will miss the teasing, hugs, and the wonderful talks throughout these past years. Friends come and go, but family is forever. My memories are all good and I’m truly crushed.
I worked with Rick at Gander a couple years back. He taught me so much and gave me so many laughs and memories as he did with so many others along the way. He will be truly missed but the knowledge he gave me and the memories I have will never go away.
I worked with Rick at Gander a couple years back. He taught me so much and gave me so many laughs and memories as he did with so many others along the way. He will be truly missed but the knowledge he gave me and the memories I have will never go away.
Although I never met Rick, I wish I had. My husband, Phil, so enjoyed dealing with Rick at Gander. He was knowledgeable, fair, and always a delight to deal with. Phil was heart-broken to hear of the sad news. Out of hundreds of clients, Rod Pederson is one of my favorites, and I know his words came directly from his heart, and he, too, makes me wish I could have met Rick. But times like these make the sacrifice of Jesus so that we could spend eternity in heaven, much more precious. God bless you all with the kind of peace that only He can give.
We were very saddened to hear of Rick’s passing. May God grant you the strength to get through this. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick, was a square shooter and treated people the way he wanted to be treated. His knowledge and experience will be greatly missed at Gtader Mountain.
Jackie and family, We were saddened by the news of Rick’s passing. You are not alone in your sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rob and Janet Schlichting.
I was so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. It was hard news to hear on Monday morning @ 9:00 when Todd called me to give me the news. He was a good friend and I enjoyed our short conversations every time I stopped in at Gander. I will miss him very much, and look forward to having longer discussions with Rick in heaven for all of eternity. I have been praying for all of you.
We are very sad to have lost a good friend. We will hold 23 years of memories close and fondly. There are so many! Rick you will be missed! Jackie, Angie, Chris , and Fred you are in our thoughts and prayers.
I am truely blessed to have known Rick. A more honest, caring, genuine person you will not find. He loved his “Jackie”, kids and grandkids beyond all else. He was the no BS kinda guy that knew right and wrong in this world and wasn’t afraid to say it. I am a better person for having known him. Godspeed Rick.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Some of my best memories are of Rick,his dedication to his family and friends , I lost friend who will be truely missed
We are very sorry for your loss! Rick was a great friend at the gun club, during hunting, and at the sports store. He always had a smile and a wonderful sense of humor. He will truly remain in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, his family, at this extremely difficult time.
Sincerely,
Tim and Mary Radunz
Jackie, my heart and prayers go out to you and family, as I can’t believe what has happened. Just remember you being thought of during this difficult time. Jay
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Surround yourselves with friends and family and may God’s comfort and love bring you peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
My heart and prayers go out to everyone. Rick will be greatly missed!
Dear Friend,
We were very saddened to hear about your loss. I know he will be dearly missed by all of you and if there is anything I can do for you just know that I am there for you during this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Patty and Wally
Rick was a close friend and he will be greatly missed. No words can truly ease the pain and sorrow or fill the emptiness created by his passing. Go with peace my friend, one day we will meet again, on the other side.
Friends,
It was with shock and heartfelt sorrow that I learned of Rick’s death. I know how much you loved him and I realize what a great loss you have suffered. I pray that the kind toughts and prayers of your many friends will make your grief a little easier to bear.
Rick was a great man, a great son, a great husband, a great father, a great neighbor, and a great friend… I will truly miss him!
We are so saddened to hear of Rick’s passing – you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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St. Mary’s CathedralSchedule Details
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at St. Mary’s Cathedral Upper Church in St. Cloud for Richard “Rick” J. Skuza, age 60, of St. Cloud who passed away on Monday, January 17, 2011. Reverend Tony Oelrich will officiate. Entombment will take place in Assumption Cemetery Mausleum in St. Cloud with Military Honors.
Family and friends may call between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Friday and after 9:00 a.m. on Saturday at the Daniel Funeral Home, in St. Cloud. Parish prayers will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.