Richard Adam Wiederstein

May 9, 1956 - April 3, 2020

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Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

Saturday 7/11, 1:00 pm

Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

Richard Adam Wiederstein, 63 of Midland, TX, passed away on April 3, 2020. A celebration of life will be held at a later time. Rick was born on May 9, 1956 in McPherson, KS to Allen Wiederstein and Vivian Osmus. Rick attended schools in California and graduated High School in Watonga Ok. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in Engineering. He met his wife of almost 42 years Kathy Schwartz, and they married a few days after graduation in 1978. Rick went to work for Phillips Petroleum Co in 1978 and continued with them thru his retirement in 2015. Rick was a wonderful father to his two sons Aaron and Alex while they moved across the United States for work. Rick enjoyed spending time with his family and shared his love of Motorcycles, sports, outdoors, animals, hunting, and world travel with Kathy. Ricks deep devotion to his Catholic faith and love of God was evident in all that he did with his brothers in the Knights of Columbus where he held a 4th degree exemplification. Rick had a servant’s heart that was always willing to give help freely whenever and to whomever it was needed. On any given afternoon you could find him in his chair napping surrounded by his fur babies Herbie, Rooney, Peetie, and Charlie Cat. Rick is survived by his loving wife Kathy, Aaron his wife Dotty, and Alex of Midland Texas; brother Allen and his wife Jeanette, of Edmond, OK, brother Tim of San Antonio Texas, and sister Debbi and husband Mike of Stillwater, OK; sisters-in-law, Mary Jac and Stanley, Paula, Patti and Frank, Angel and Eric, Henri and Brad, Tracee, and Ricky. Rick also had many nieces and nephews, cousins, and Aunts and Uncles.Rick held in his heart so much love for his “son from another continent” Father Francis Onyekozuru. Rick is preceded in death by Mother and Father Vivian and Allen, his Mother and Father in law Shirley and Jack Schwartz; nieces and nephews, as well as aunts and uncles.The family would like to express their gratitude towards the staff on the CCU at Midland Memorial, Dr. Erikson, and Dr. Bassett. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Texas Size Garage Sale, PO Box 80519, Midland, TX 79708.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.,

Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home

3800 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas 79705

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I just found about Rick and I'm still in shock because Rick and I worked together at PPCo and I got to know his family while I was in Houston. Rick was such good man and the world lost a great soul. Please accept my condolences..

Rick was an amazing person! He had a servant heart that he always demonstrated to all who knew him! He was so kind and loving! We will miss you sweet cousin!

Ricky was not only a favorite cousin but a great friend to me. We were pretty close in our adolescence, every family reunion we sought each other out so we could talk, maybe kid around with the younger cousins, and just to hang out!He was always so kind, so thoughtful, just an all around great guy!We had fun working at his Mom and Dad's cafe way back in the day, and I remember how he would always pick on his Mom and I'd laugh and she would call us little outfits!It's hard to believe you are gone, and we all just miss our Ricky so much!Rest in Peace Sweet Cousin, we love you and will see you on the other side someday.......Love, Kay

Ricky-yes I still call him Ricky-was the kindest soul you would ever want to meet. Very soft-spoken (where his brothers & sister not so much!)-maybe since he was the baby of the family, he couldn’t get a word in edgewise that he just learned at an early age to not even try to compete!Ricky was the sweetest & most caring man you would ever want to meet & I am blessed to have known him & even more so to be his cousin.Rest In Peace sweet Ricky- we are all going to miss that big ole sweet smile & great hugs. Cousin Reunions will never be the same.Love you,Kathy

Kathy ,Ray and I are so sorry for your loss of Rick. He always had a welcoming smile for everyone. We know God took His angel home....he will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family. God bless and keep you all. Love The Barrons

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Cousin Rick, There are no words to express our sorrow hearing of your passing. We will miss you at the reunions. Kathy our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.

I knew Rick as a friend and brother in Christ. He had a very caring nature and when talking with him he always gave his full attention. I never heard him utter an unkind word. Eternal rest grant him, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine on him. May he Rest In Peace.

A true gentleman and a man of honesty and integrity. He will be greatly missed. It was an honor to have known him.

I will miss you cousin Ricky. I am praying for your sweet family to heal from their tragic loss. Heaven has gained a true saint in you. Our memorial service will help us remember what a kind, humble servant you were as you visited our Earthly home and remind us that when you were called to our Heavenly home God surely greeted you with love and mercy.

Kathy,Prayers for you and your family. I was blessed to have met Rick when you lived here. Sending hugs to you.

Rick was a great man. I enjoyed getting time to visit with Rick, he was always so kind and a role model to others. Getting to go on the ACTS retreat with Rick was a great joy. His testimony was so profound and inspiring to many. We love you Rick and you and your family will be in our prayers.

We all love you and miss you. May God be with you.

My hearts aches for you and your family.

Loved playing tennis with Rick and Kathy. RIP Rick

My heartfelt sympathy to you Kathy. Sending prayers and love.

It was an honor and privilege to prepare such a devout disciple to meet our God. Prayers for the Wiederstein Family during this difficult time.

Rick, a man of goodness and love of his wife, sons,family and community. Rick had a smile that lit up the room. Rick and Kathy were always wonderful hosts when we visited. God bless the “Wiederstein” family.

So sorry, Kathy! I was shocked to hear about your husband. Praying that God will take u by your hand and guide you through this time of grieving for you and boys.

Kathy, Alex, Aaron and Dottie, Rick’s warm smile and caring heart will be with you and everyone who knew him. Hang on to your precious memories and each other. Love, Yvonne

We loved Rick and will miss him very much. He was a great man who was taken way too soon. We were looking forward to enjoying his wisdom and wit for many more years.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.