Richard Posch, a retired BNSF Machinist, life-long resident of Bowlus, MN, died unexpectedly at the St. Cloud Hospital on December 27, 2020, at the age of 68. Richard passed away with his children by his side. A mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, January 4, 2021 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Bowlus, MN with Father Roger Klassen officiating. Burial was at the St. Stanislaus parish cemetery. Military Rites were provided by the Bowlus American Legion Post #642.
Richard was born on August 15, 1952 to the late George & MaryAnn (Euteneuer) Posch. He graduated from Holdingford High School and went on into the Army. In 1978, he married the late Nancy (Booth) Posch. Richard was very committed to the Bowlus American Legion and he enjoyed many wood projects, butchering, hunting, fishing, music festivals and time with his friends and family. A favorite quote of Dick’s when asked a question was “I forget to remember!” He sure will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Richard is survived by his three children, Keith Posch of Bowlus, MN, Chris (Jessie) Posch of Champlin, MN, Nikki Zellner of Bowlus, MN; along with “Grandpa’s Squadrons”, Keegan, Kianna, Zoie, MacKenzie, Carson, Bryce, & Brooke; brothers and sisters, Kathy (Richard) Knorr of Minnetonka, MN, Janie (Bert) Schlangen of Bowlus, MN, Bob (Cathy) Posch of St. Joseph, MN, Terry (Lisa) Posch of Howard Lake, MN, Brian Posch of St. Joseph, MN and many, nieces and nephews.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, George & MaryAnn Posch; the late Nancy Posch; and brother, George Posch, Jr.