Richard Gruszynski, 67, of Shawano, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021.  Richard was born in Crivitz on July 11, 1954, son of the late Leo and Ann Bizjak Gruszynski.  Richard is a Crivitz High School graduate and worked as a machinist for many years until retiring.  Away from work he enjoyed boating, fishing, riding his motorcycle and going to auctions.  Richard had a great sense of humor and loved joking around with his friends and family.

Richard is survived by: three sons, Staush Gruszynski, Justin (fiancé Kayla Fort) Gruszynski, and Shane Gruszynski; a grandson, Axel; his significant other, Colleen Wegner; and his siblings, Dennis (Margaret) Gruszynski, Betty (Don) Hadler, Eugene (Donna) Gruszynski, and Jerome (Kathy) Gruszynski.  He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

He is preceded in death by two sons, Derrick and Kevin, former wife, Doreen (Engbretsen) Gruszynski, and his parents.

A memorial gathering is being planned for a later date.