Richard ” Rick” Teske, age 78, of Adrian, MI, passed away, April 25, 2025. He was born October 16, 1946, in Bad Axe, MI, the son of Richard & Eleanor (Hovey) Teske. Rick joined the Navy in 1964 and served until honorably discharged in 1968. Rick married Linda Smith on December 5, 2009, in Adrian, MI. He worked for Budd Company and Bosch Braking. Rick loved working on hot rods and was happiest behind the wheel of his 1928 Ford Truck. He was a member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church. Rick is survived by his wife, Linda; his children, Ken (Jen) Teske, Jammie Teske, Flossie Merillat and Emma Vasher; and his grandchildren, Brady and Kensey Teske, Xavier Merillat and Kane Southcott. Rick was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, William Teske; one sister, Gay Brown and nephew, Mike Manders. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, May 3, 2025, at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 632 S. Madison St., Adrian, MI, with Pastor Brian Keller officiating. Memorial Contributions may be made to the donor’s choice. www.PurseFuneralHome.com
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