Richard E. Lewis, 87, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2014.

Richard was born on June 11, 1927, in Bloomingdale, Wisconsin.  He resided in Lake City, Minnesota.

Richard served in the Navy during World War II, in the Pacific, and in the Paratroopers 11 ^th Airborne Division during the Korean War.  He was a lifelong member of the VFW, American Legion, and the Eagles.

After his time in the service, he moved to Rochester, Minnesota.  Richard married Rita Connelly of Chatfield on January 2, 1954. He had a career working as a carpenter, including being employed by Weis Builders.  Richard is survived by his wife, Rita, and his children Jim (Mary), Mary (Robert Hawkins), Mark, Matthew and Andrew. He is also survived by one granddaughter, Kristina Lewis.

A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30AM, Friday, October 31, 2014 at Resurrection Catholic Church with the Rev. Kevin Connolly officiating.  Visitation will be held from 5:00PM – 7:00PM on Thursday, October 30, 2014 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and for one half hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.  Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Chatfield.

On-line condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.