Richard L. Herriot, Kaukauna, age 71, died at his home on Friday, April 26, 2019. He was born in Adams, WI on October 15, 1947 to the late Robert and Gwendolyn (Steffen) Herriot. His fondest memories were growing up on the family farm with his 12 brothers and sisters. Richard served aboard the USS Enterprise from 1967-71. He also served in the Wisconsin National Guard for two years in the early 80's. He married Toni Thompson in Wisconsin Dells on October 11, 1975. While working for Geenen Explosives, they moved to Freedom in 1988 and bought their family home in Kaukauna in 1992. Later, he worked for Paschke Drilling and Blasting until retiring in 2004. In his younger years, he loved to draw and write stories and poetry. More recently, he loved to ride his scooter with Toni on area trails, especially the Konkapot Trail in Kaukauna. All of those who knew him will remember his quick wit and wonderful sense of humor.

Richard is survived by his wife of 43 years, Toni; children: Christian (Jenna Freeman) Herriot, Madison; Erica (fiance Steven Novak) Herriot, Little Chute; and Kerry (fiance Taylor Wilson) Herriot, Kaukauna; grandson, Kingston; brothers: David (Shari Davis), Patrick (Vickie), Floyd (Kay), and Neal Herriot; sisters: Pam (fiance Kurt Zimmerman) Herriot, Dawn Pokszyk, Deidre Lalicata, Holly (Peter) Kolchalka, Mary (Nicholas) Schneider, Heidi Herriot and Heather Herriot; and brothers-in-law: Gary (Cindy) and Jon Thompson. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his brother, Bob Herriot; and in-laws: Jim Pokszyk, Dominic Lalicata and Nikki Thompson.

A celebration of Richard's life will be held at a later date.