Richard C. Thiemke, 72, of The Villages, Florida, formerly of Cedarburg, WI, passed away April 27, 2014 at The Villages Hospice House. He was a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ and attended Village View Community Church. He was a heavy equipment operator, working with the operating engineers Local 139 Union, he was member of the Street Rod Club and enjoyed water skiing, golfing and helping others. He is survived by his loving wife Judith, one daughter Keri (Rick) Van de Star, of CA, one son Rick (Susan) Thiemke, of AZ, three sisters, Rosalie Tomcheck, Shirley (Daniel) Johnson both of WI, and Diane (Patrick) O'Day of FL, four grandchildren Brittany Thiemke of TX, Kyle (Allisa) Thiemke of CA, Leah and Jack Buckley of CA, and many dear relatives and friends.