Richard Lee Veleke Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard Lee Veleke of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, who passed away at the age of 78, on February 22, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Lee Veleke to show support.

He was predeceased by: his mother Lois Veleke (Vande Zande); his siblings, Ronald Veleke and Marcia Eberlein; his nephew David Veleke (Heidi); and his pet Phoenix.

He is survived by: his father Milton Veleke; his daughter Holly Dooley (Christopher Dooley); his grandchildren, Alyssa Dooley (Jose Martinez) and Brendan Dooley; his siblings-in-law, Janet Veleke and Don Eberlein; his nephews, Jeff (Trish) and Ryan Veleke (Kerri); and his former wife Alice Veleke (McEachern). He is also survived by many cousins, great-nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice in Dick's honor.