Richard Romaine, 88, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at St. Nicholas
Hospital. Richard was born in Kewaskum, WI on June 16, 1934, to the late Elwyn and Edna (Guth)
Romaine.
He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcasting
and Journalism. Making his way in the radio and communications profession, Richard worked as a News
Editor/ Broadcaster for WHBL- Sheboygan. In 1969 he was named Newsman of the Year by the
Associated Press. He worked as a Public Information Specialist at Lakeshore Technical College from 1970
until his retirement in 1992.
On May 2, 1972, Richard was united in marriage to Virginia Wright Giesecke at First Congregation UCC,
Sheboygan, where he was a member for over 50 years.
He proudly served in the US Army 3rd Infantry, as a Radio Operator. He enjoyed watching sports, playing
golf and singing at church. He was especially proud to sing with the Sheboygan Symphony Chorus for
many years.
He will be greatly missed by his wife, of 51 years, Virginia Romaine, his two sons, Charles Romaine and
Bill (Kim) Giesecke, grandson, Johnathan Giesecke, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and
friends.
Preceding him in death along with his parents, was his first wife, Jane Olshefski-Romaine, brothers,
Curtis and Robert Romaine, and sisters, Charlotte Faulkner and Lucille Hopkins.
The family would like to personally thank Mr. James Voigt for his help, support, and friendship.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 14, at 11 AM, with Pastor Hollister officiating at First
Congregational Church, 310 Bluff Ave, Sheboygan. Friends and family may visit with the family from 10
AM until time of service at THE CHURCH. A private burial with the family will take place at a later date at
Peace Church Cemetery in Kewaskum, Wisconsin.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Richard’s name to the Lakeshore Technical College
Foundation, and/or Robert G. Romain American Legion, Post 384, Kewaskum,WI.
To share a story or a condolence with the family please visit www.zimmerfuneralhome.com.
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