Richard Allen Sarbacker
March 29, 1938 - October 10, 2020
Obituary
MADISON - Richard “Dick” Sarbacker, age 82, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020. He was born on March 29, 1938, in Madison, the son of Lloyd and Barbara (Bouzek) Sarbacker.
Dick graduated from Madison East High School and proudly served in the U.S. Navy Reserves. He married June Godding on Sept. 27, 1958, in Madison. Dick was a jack of all trades, could fix anything and was very skilled in ornamental iron work. He was a longtime member of St. Dennis Catholic Church and he enjoyed coaching his children's t-ball and softball teams. He was an avid Packers fan and enjoyed hunting, fishing and wood carving.
Richard is survived by his wife, June; two sons, Timothy (Debra) Sarbacker and James Sarbacker; two daughters, Jane Jensen and Mary (Marc) McNett; eight grandchildren, Tyler (Ashley) Sarbacker, Tommy McNett, Allison Sarbacker, Megan McNett, Elizabeth Sarbacker, Molly McNett, Grace Jensen and Jack Jensen; brother, David (Nancy) Sarbacker; sister, Janice; brother-in-law, Gary Godding (Christopher); two sisters-in-law, Lori Godding (Dennis) and Nancy (Tom) Noel; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather, Glen Julseth; and two brothers, Lloyd Sarbacker and Donald Sarbacker.
A Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held with burial at Highland Memory Gardens. Memorials may be gifted in Dick's name to Agrace HospiceCare for their care and support. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Cathy
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My prayers and condolences go out to the entire Sarbacker family.
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Scott D Snyder
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I remember Mr. Dick Sarbacker since I was a baby. He always made everybody laugh with his great sense of humor. He was a very well-loved man. My family was very close to the Sarbacker's as my mother, Betty Lou Snyder and Dick's wife June were best friends. June is also my God-mother. Our families did a lot of camping over the years and many times 2-4 times a summer. My sincere sympathy and hugs to the Sarbacker family. God bless Dick and may he RIP. No more suffering which is what Dick wanted as no one deserves to suffer. The world has lost a great man whom I have so many memories of that will not be forgotten. Dick lived a great life!
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jack schatzke
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My condolences to "Dick's" family at this difficult time. Dick was a "Deer hunting friend " of my brother and mine. Dick also helped me secure a job at Kupfer Iron works in Madison back in the early '70's. Shared many good times with Dick.
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Virginia White
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I am thinking of all of you with love and fond memories'.! and sending prayers your way!
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Pat Zentner
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Hello to everyone, Roger and I are very sorry for your loss. We remember Dick's great sense of humor. He always made us laugh. I do remember him hollering "Jimmy" more often than other names. Ha Ha! He was a great role model for the neighborhood kids, especially for us after our dad passed away. It is an honor to remember him as a mentor and friend. Roger and I have made a contribution to Agrace Foundation in Dick's name. They were wonderful when our mother passed away as well. Pat Zentner and Roger Garvey
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Lori Godding
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What a wonderful human being Dick was! He was a 2nd Dad to me.....taught me how to drive a car, was always "on call" to help in anyway he could. He was a talented wood carver and iron welder. He carved me a beautiful cardinal that I have always enjoyed and will be a constant reminder of him. He welded a music stand for me when I was young and had taken up playing the saxophone. The railings he welded are still on display in the house I grew up in. Talented, kind, fun loving, generous and selfless are the word that best describe this wonderful man. RIP DIck. xoxox