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BARK RIVER -- Richard D. Luchay, 93, of Bark River, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026 at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay. He was born on March 21, 1933 in Perronville, son to Matthew and Victoria (Fetro) Luchay.
He served in the Army during the Korean War from 1954 until his honorable discharge in 1956.
After returning from the military, he attended technical college in Chicago where he met his future wife, Constance Markiewicz who he married on September 7, 1957. He went on to work for Zenith in Chicago for 25 years before returning home in 1974 to raise his family and take over the operation of the family farm.
Throughout his life, he enjoyed sharing his many talents and interest with others. A gifted keyboard player, he regularly entertained residents at Christian Park and was often hired to perform at private parties and special gatherings. He was also an active member of the Escanaba Astronomy Club, where he served as past president. He enjoyed bowling for many years and participated in several bowling leagues. In his spare time, he found pleasure in computer work, photography, and using Photoshop to explore his creative side. Above all he cherished watching his grandchildren grow and spending time enjoying the special moments they brought into his life.
He was a devoted Catholic and a faithful member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church.
Among survivors include his beloved wife of 69 years, Connie Luchay; children, Pam (Rich) Androwich, Cheryl (Duane) Andzejewski, and Michelle (Dan) Viau; grandchildren, Marcy, Becky, and Brian (Stephanie) Androwich, Cody (Amanda), Cole (Jessica), and Ethan (Sydney) Andzejewski, and Jacob (Robie), Paul (Grace) and Hannah Viau, and Rachel (Jason) Galley; great grandchildren, Nora, Talan, Riley, Theo, Charlotte, Keaton, Qwentin, Remington, Delila, Bo, Kit, and new baby that will be arriving any day.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Stephanie Severson and brothers, Conrad, Lenny, and Edwin.
Visitation will be on Friday, October 23 beginning at 11 a.m. at the Crawford Funeral Chapel in Bark River. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. with Rev. Vinoy Thomas Panthilapadam officiating, followed by military honors at 1:30 p.m. concluding the services. (All times Eastern)
The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family with arrangements.
