Richard Lee Mielke, 84 of Waukesha, WI, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023 at Waukesha Memorial Hospital.  He was born July 20, 1939 in Fond du Lac, WI, the son of the late Lloyd and Grace (Schultz) Mielke.  Richard served the United States Air Force.  He worked for 45 years as an auto mechanic with the Heiser Automotive Group.  Richard was a member of the Richmond United Methodist Church.  He was an avid bowler throughout his life.

Richard is survived by his two children: Lucinda (James) Herman and Christopher (Carmen) Mielke, one granddaughter, Jennifer (James) Lambert and three great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his spouse, Marilyn Findlay and half-brother, David L. Mielke.

Visitation will be from 10am – 11am with Memorial Service and Military Honors at 11am on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Richmond United Methodist Church, N6197 Church Rd. Delavan, WI.  Inurnment will be private at Southern Wisconsin Veteran's Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.  Online guest book at www.haaselockwoodfhs.com.