Richard A. Gehle
May 23, 1929 – Aug. 19, 2020
Richard A. Gehle was born May 23, 1929, in Pleasant Dale, to Henry Fredrick and Marie (Sieck) Gehle and passed away Aug. 19, 2020, in Seward, at the age of 91 years, 2 months and 27 days. Richard was baptized June 9, 1929, and confirmed May 23, 1943, both at St. John Lutheran Church in Seward.
Richard grew up on the family farm where he farmed with his dad. In his younger years, they raised cattle for many years and he continued to farm up into his 80s. On Oct. 14, 1986, Richard married Roma Pauline Popham at St. John Lutheran Church in Seward. He met Roma at a singles group and they soon began writing letters to each other. He drove to Florence, South Dakota, to meet Roma face to face and it wasn’t too long before they were married. Roma took care of the house and garden while Richard kept busy farming. He was a lifelong member of St. John Lutheran Church.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Marie Gehle.
He is survived by his wife, Roma, Pleasant Dale; sister-in-law, Carol Oppermann, Camel Port, Wisconsin; brother-in-law, Jim Popham and wife Cleta, Carlson, Nevada; cousins and a host of neighbors and friends.
A graveside service and interment was Aug. 22 at the Seward Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. John Lutheran Church or to the donor's choice. Condolences may be left for the family at www.zabkafuneralhome.com.
