Richard “Rick” F. La Pean age 64 of Manitowoc passed away unexpectedly Thursday evening, July 13, 2023, at home following a recent diagnosis of cancer.
Rick was born on February 22, 1959, in Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and Marlene (Koch) La Pean. He grew up in Manitowoc and attended Lincoln High School. Rick retired from Federal Mogul, later known as Tenneco, after 35 years. Rick enjoyed camping, grilling out, fishing and spending time with grandkids. He also enjoyed Reeses Peanut Butter Cups and marshmallow Peeps, listening to WOMT and watching old cowboy movies. He was a former member of the Manitowoc Eagles Club.
Survivors include two children: Jerome Anthony La Pean and his special friend Alexandra Jeffery, Manitowoc; Nicole La Pean, Manitowoc; three grandchildren: Brystal, Richard, and Meledy, and baby boy due in August; Rick’s special friend: Julie Dellemonache and her son Rocco, Manitowoc; mother of Rick’s children: Jacquelyn La Pean, Manitowoc; four brothers: Tom (Sue) La Pean, Dave La Pean and special friend: Jackie, Jim (Debbie) La Pean, Steve (Sarah) La Pean; one sister: Lori (Dale) Eisenschink; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends survive. He was preceded in death by his father: Frank La Pean; his mother: Marlene Braunel; and Rick’s dog: Shoeburt.
Private family services were held at the Pfeffer Funeral Home with burial at the Calvary Cemetery.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.lakeshorefamilyfuneralhomes.com. The Pfeffer Funeral Home location assisted the family with funeral arrangements.