Cremation Society of Milwaukee
Richard ("Rick') Lee Berg, age 73, passed away on November 11, 2023, at UW Hospital in Madison, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on August 17, 1950, in Madison, son of Robert and Phyllis Berg.
Rick spent most of his life in or near Madison. He loved the city, and the state of Wisconsin, namely its sports teams (Packers, Brewers & Badgers), its small towns and natural beauty. He also lived in San Diego, Lake Mills and Fort Atkinson during his formative years.
Rick graduated from Fort Atkinson High School in 1968, and UW-Madison School of Journalism in 1974. He married Carla Kleinheinz on September 3, 1977, in Madison. They divorced in 1999, but remained lifelong friends. Rick worked in local and state government positions in Wisconsin for most of his career. He had a strong sense of civic responsibility and considered himself an "Old Time" Republican. He took strong stands and may have antagonized others, but he believed in democracy and fought for what he cared about.
Rick is survived by his three children, Jonathan (Ericka) Berg, Charles (Maria) Berg, and Katherine Berg (Thomas Hopkins); one grandchild, Yuriy Berg; sister, Pamela Berg; brothers, Thomas Berg, James (Tammy) Berg, and Jeffrey (Julie) Berg; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Phyllis Berg.
Rick was cremated and a private Celebration of Life was held in his honor at a favorite local restaurant, with family and friends.
Online condolences may be made at: https://obits.cremationsocietyofmadison.com/richard-berg.
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