Rick "Rico" Kast
May 31, 1969 - February 12, 2017
Obituary
MIDDLETON-Rick "Rico" Kast, age 47, of Middleton, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017, at his home. He was born on May 31, 1969, in Madison, the son of Karen and Phil Kast. Rick graduated from La Follette High School in 1987. He joined the U.S. Marines and upon his return, attended MATC. He married Robin Mummert on May 10, 2008. Together they enjoyed traveling, going out to eat with friends, and a good glass of wine. Rick was a Project Manager for William Ryan Homes and Cornett Homes, where he was an invaluable team member and very well-liked by his clients. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, and sports, especially the Packers and Badgers. Rick also enjoyed his Harley and riding with friends. He was an excellent cook and enjoyed entertaining family and friends. Rick took pride in making other people happy. He made friends easily and had numerous friends to show for it. Rick was loved by all. Rick is survived by his wife, Robin; parents; Karen and Phil; sister, Teri (Brian) Miller; parents-in-law, Mike and Barb Esch; brothers-in-law, Greg (Kerri) Mummert and Todd Mummert; nieces and nephews, Hannah and Layne Miller, Brooke Mummert and Troy Small; and countless other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; uncle, Rob; and best friend, "Horndog". A memorial gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m., on Friday, Feb. 17, 2017. Burial will be at SUNSET MEMORY GARDENS, at 11 a.m., on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017. Immediately following the graveside service, please join the family for a White Russian at JORDAN'S BIG 10 PUB, 1330 Regent St, Madison, in celebration of Rick. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
Events
Memorial Gathering
Fri Feb 17, 2017 @ 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Graveside
Sat Feb 18, 2017 @ 11:00 AM CDT
Sunset Memory Gardens • 7302 Mineral Point Rd., Madison, WI 53717
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Memories
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Kas Schafer
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Will miss you brother! Save a seat for us up there buddy! See you soon. Cheers!!
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Timothy O'connell
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ONE OF THE 4 HORSEMAN HAS LEFT US!! RIP RICO~SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE!
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Amy Lampe
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May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten.
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Todd Cole
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Rick was one of the first kids I met when I moved to Madison in the late 70's. We were good buddies who rode our bikes throughout our neighborhood, and played all kinds of sports until it was dark...(that's what kids used to do before computers and cell phones!) We fished for carp at Starkweather Creek and Lake Monona, we participated in Boy Scouts for Troop 150 at Lake Edge UCC, and we partied more than a lot in high school! We worked together at Country Kitchen in Monona (Rick was the coolest restaurant Manager ever!) We even went on a trip to Florida in a fire engine together as youngsters! While I have only seen Rick a couple times since we graduated high school, I have fond memories of his mischievous smile and contagious laugh. I am saddened by his loss at too young an age, but I know that he lived his life to the fullest May you rest in peace Rick!
With sympathy,
Todd Cole
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Paul Rost
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Sad, sad, sad. See you on the other side bro.
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tracy Pucillo
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RIP Rick. You were like a brother to me and I'll always remember the good times. You will always live on in the memories and hearts of all the people you touched. You could always make me laugh and follow up with a charlie horse. Goodbye big bro.