In loving memory of

William Erwin Richter
September 12, 1964 - November 8, 2006

Lewiston,

William Erwin "Bill" Richter, 42, of Lewiston died Wednesday morning November 8, 2006 at his with Home and Community Options in Lewiston.
Bill was born September 12, 1964 in Winona to Erwin P. and Elizabeth "Betty" Richter. He graduated from Lewiston-Altura High School in 1985. Following high school Bill worked at Winona ORC until retiring due to ill health October 30, 2006. He lived at Home and Community Options in Lewiston since 1993.
Bill was a great artist and a socialite. He voted for his first time on Tuesday, the day before his death. Bill enjoyed bowling, swimming, going out to eat and movies with friends. Most of all he enjoyed time with his family. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church ?Silo in rural Lewiston.
Survivors include his mother Betty Richter of Lewiston, three sisters, Elizabeth (Rev. Bruce) Hobert of Mt. Dora, FL; Margi (Rev. Phil) McLain of Nashville, TN; and Ruth (Rev. Ed) Doepel of Aurora, ILL, two brothers, John (Denise) Richter of Charlotte, NC and Rev. Jim (Sara) Richter of Belleville, MI, 17 nieces and nephews and three grand nieces. He was preceded in death by his father Erwin P. Richter.
Funeral Services will be 10:30 AM Saturday at Immanuel Lutheran Church ? Silo in rural Lewiston with the Reverend David Meilner officiating. Burial will follow services in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 4-8 PM Friday and one hour before services Saturday.
Bill's family would like to thank Home and Community Options of Lewiston and Winona ORC wonderful care of Bill. Also to his circle of friends for their meaningful friendships
Memorials are preferred to the church, Home and Community Options and Winona ORC.
Please share a memory of Bill at his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com.

Tributes

Carrie Speltz for Donna Spencer wrote on Nov 30, 2006:

"Billy was one of her pride and joys. He was always respectful on her bus and she made sure he knew he was doing a perfect job at that."

Lori (Hoff) Nelson wrote on Nov 24, 2006:

"I have never met Bill, but as a special ed. teacher, I know many wonderful people just like him. I was happy to read that he was a great artist and a socialite. I am not surprised. May the memories of Bill stay with all who knew him. God Bless."

Patricia Matzke-Engrav wrote on Nov 10, 2006:

"Our sympathy's go out to you on the loss of Bill. He touched so many lives here in Lewiston. Dennis and Pat Engrav"

Marilyn Gaskill and roommates wrote on Nov 10, 2006:

"I sure miss Bill. I'm thinking about him. He was my friend. I'm praying for his family."

Helga Wysk wrote on Nov 10, 2006:

"Bill has given me so much over the last 35 years that I will never forget him. My thoughts are with all of you: Betty, Liz, Margie, Ruth, John and Jim and families."

Suzanne R. Horstman wrote on Nov 10, 2006:

"My deepest sympathy to all Bill's Family and Friends. He was such a blessing for all of us that knew him. His warm smile and great sense of humor will be greatly missed. His roomates and the HCO staff will continue to share the fond memories that he has left with us."

Volker Wysk wrote on Nov 10, 2006:

"My thoughts and prayers are with Bill's family and friends. He surely is in a better place now - together with his dad."

Donna Ties wrote on Nov 10, 2006:

"I always enjoyed seeing Billy at bible study with his mom and knwoing he enjoyed the delicious treats we had. God has surely blessed me with a good friend in Betty."

Sara Johnson wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"It was my pleasure to spend most of the last day of Bill's life with him. I will surely miss him, but at the same time I'm glad to know that he is with both his Heavenly Father and his dad and is no longer sick or hurting. My sympathies to his family and many friends."

Mary Rinn wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"Family is in my prayers. I remember Billy as a classmate and a good guy friend. My family (8 brothers and sisters)knew Bill too."

Joan Moor wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"I remember Bill from Bowling and People of Faith. I worked with him before at ORC. He smiled at me all the time. Lots of time he said "hi" to me. I prayed for him."

Diane Hoseck wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"I only met Bill a few times, but he made a lasting impression on me. I love art too and was very impressed with Bill's work. He will be missed."

Jim & Sandy Leisen wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"We knew Bill because he lived in the same house as my Aunt Donna. Bill always had a smile and a kind word whenever we saw him. We were totally amazed by his artistic talents! Our thought are with Betty and the rest of his friends and family."

Sarah Holmes wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"Our prayers are with you and your family as they greive their loss and celebrate your homecoming to be with Jesus. With love always."

Denny Theede wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"My deepest sympathy to all Bill's Family and Friends. Bill had so many people whom he touched. I always appreciated Bill's warmness and kindness. He had a great sense of curiosity and enjoyment for life. He touched others with his many gifts and I will miss his friendly smile. Blessings to all of you in this time of difficulty. I hope many fond memories of Bill will help all of you. Denny Theede"

Susan Jacques wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"Im very sad about the loss of Bill. I wish his family well. He was very nice and cooperative. I loved him and will miss him. Love Susie"

Carol & George Marshall wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Betty, and all your family. Bill will always hold a special place in all of our hearts. With our love, Aunt Carol and Uncle George"

Andrea Morrison wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"My deepest sympathy goes out to you during this difficult time. I worked at Bill's home several years ago and have fond memories of his great big (and sometimes mischevious) smile and the LONG walks he took to Kwik Trip, taking the long way so that he could say hello to as many people as possible! I also remember how he loved to go to the Bowling Alley on Friday nights for fish. He has left us too soon, but is at peace now. Bill was blessed with a wonderful family, great friends and very caring, competent staff. You are all in my prayers."

Frank and Pug Murphy wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to all of Bill's family. Bill was a wonderful young man and will be missed by many. One cannot help but remembering his wonderful smile, especially when he knew he 'had one on you'!...then he would get that little twinkle in his eye! He had so many great friends at school and was a joy to be around. You all are in our thoughts and prayers."

Katherine Wenger wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"Billy was my good friend. He liked going out to eat and me and Billy went to the movies. I miss him at the bowling ally and I will miss him at ORC. He was my Vikings pal. He was my best friend. I went to his house to see him and we would talk. He made me laugh and I am gonna really miss him."

Cheryl Connolley wrote on Nov 9, 2006:

"I worked with Billy at ORC. I remember seeing Billy sitting with other people doing washers. I'll miss him and I won't see him again and that makes me a little bit sad."

Karen (Ties) Hanson wrote on Nov 8, 2006:

"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Always enjoyed visiting with Bill. He will be missed greatly by everyone."