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Richard H. "Dick" Marty, age 86 of Monticello, died Monday, December 26, 2016, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Dick was born on May 20, 1930, in Monroe, the son of John C. and Alma (Rufer) Marty.

He attended Monticello High School and farmed all of his life in Monticello with his brother, Hans. Dick's marriage to Katharine Klassy produced two daughters, Dianne and Debra. His main passion in life was farming, but he also loved going on adventures, socializing, and hanging out at the limo shop.

He is survived by two daughters, Dianne (Tim) Rundle of Brodhead, and Debra (Scott) Marty Kramer of Platteville; seven grandchildren, Nicholas (Ann) Hartwig, Derrick Rundle (Chelsea), Skylar Rundle (Hayley), Levi Rundle, Logan, Mattea and Addison Kramer; three great-grandchildren, Harper, Hayven and Hudson; his closest friend, Jamie Krueger (Alizabeth Carroll) and Jamie's daughter, Kaleigh; a sister-in-law, Ruth Marty of Monticello; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Marvin and Hans Marty; and a sister, Julia Keegan.

Funeral services were held on Friday, December 30, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at the Voegeli-Newcomer Funeral Home, 360 S. Garfield Street, Monticello, with Pastor Mary Gafner officiating. Interment was in Highland Cemetery, Monticello, which was followed by a celebration of Dick's life at 4:00 p.m., at the Attica Bar.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in his name.

Condolences may be shared at http://www.newcomerfuneralhome.net.