Richard Joseph Tease, age 81 of New London, passed away at his home on Saturday, November 26, 2022.  Richard was born on December 28, 1940 in Milwaukee to the late Clayton and Ann (O'Filligan) Tease.  He was united in marriage to Brenda Ferge on June 26, 1993 in Manawa.  Richard served his country in the US Navy and then the Merchant Marines.  He formerly worked at OMC, Simmons, Anchor Foods and retired from the Fleet Farm Distribution Center. Richard was also a roofing contractor in the Fremont and New London areas.

Richard is survived by his wife, Brenda; family and friends and his pet dogs, Pepsi and Buttercup.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents.

A Memorial Gathering will be held at a later date to celebrate Richard's life.  An updated obituary will be posted on the funeral home website.