Rick A. Waldorf

Rick Allen Waldorf, age 65 of Lake, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, April 17, 2025, surrounded by his family. On September 25, 1959, Rick was born one of three sons to Gerald and Judy (Brown) Waldorf in Greenville, MI. Greenville remained home for Rick for his entire childhood and well into his adulthood. He was a graduate of Greenville High School’s Class of 1978. On July 29, 1995, Rick was united in marriage to Rhonda Skiff. The couple grew their lives together for nearly thirty years. During Rick’s working years, he served twenty-five-plus years as the quality control manager for the Electrolux Appliance Company (formerly Gibson and Frigidaire Appliance Companies). He continued in quality management at Marvel in Greenville and ended his 40 plus years of dedication to the workforce at Delfield in Mt. Pleasant until he retired in March of 2024. In 2020, Rick and Rhonda moved from Sheridan to their cottage home in Lake, MI where they greatly enjoyed spending time fishing and casually boating. Rick’s love for music began at a young age surrounded by the talents of his father, who played the guitar. Rick developed his natural talent for playing the keyboard in a band with his father which paved the way for his lifelong appreciation for music. Rick’s other hobbies included golfing, tending to his vegetable and fruit gardens, and playing softball in his younger years. Those that knew Rick well will miss his quick wit, sense of humor, and kind and gentle nature. Whether you were a close friend, a former coworker, neighbor, family member, or one of the lucky pups that hit “Rick’s rescue lottery”, his caring heart will be missed by all. Rick is survived by his wife Rhonda Waldorf, his son Jeff (Nicole) Waldorf, his father Gerald Waldorf, and his brother Raymond (Becki) Waldorf. Other survivors include his son-in-law Boyd Nichols, his grandson Cade Nichols, and many nieces, nephews, and close friends. Rick was preceded in death by his daughter Angela Nichols, his mother Judy Waldorf, and his brother David Waldorf. In keeping with Rick’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Rick’s life will take place with the date, location, and time yet to be determined. Memorial contributions in honor of Rick may be directed to either the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society https://lls.org or to the Hospice of Michigan https://www.hom.org/donate. Online condolences may be shared on Rick’s tribute page at www.stephenson-wyman.com

Rick A. Waldorf

September 25, 1959 - April 17, 2025