Richard 'Rick' D. Grossman

A mass of Christian burial for Richard Grossman of Morris, MN will be held Friday, August 30, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Assumption Catholic Church in Morris, with Father Todd Schneider officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church on Friday. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Chokio.

Richard Donald Grossman, son of Don and Shirley (Pashen) Grossman, was born May 27, 1950, in Morris, MN. He grew up on the family farm outside of Chokio, MN and graduated from Chokio High School in 1968. He then joined the Air Force and served from 1968-1972. Rick met his future wife, Barb Myers, on the Ellsworth Air Force Base where he was stationed. The couple was married on November 14, 1971, and welcomed their son, Jaime, the following summer. The couple moved to Moorhead, MN for Rick to finish his schooling before moving to South Dakota. Rick worked as a park ranger in the Black Hills National Forest, and then as a ranch hand in the Black Hills. The family moved back to MN in 1976. He spent years farming until the family moved into Morris and he began working at Brother's Industries/Wilkens Industries He began there as a welder and then became shop manager where he stayed until he retired in 2015. 

Born with a love for the outdoors, Rick found his true joy in the wilderness, where he spent countless hours hunting, fishing, and embracing the beauty of nature. He was an avid hunter, renowned for his skill and passion, particularly when bow hunting bear. No season passed without Rick taking to the lakes, rivers, and forests, always in pursuit of the perfect catch or the thrill of the hunt.

But Rick’s love for the outdoors was matched only by his love for people. His garage was more than just a workspace—it was a gathering place. Friends from all over would drop by, eager to share a beer, swap stories, and talk about hunting and fishing. Rick’s warmth, generosity, and unwavering friendship made him a pillar of the community, someone who was always ready with a helping hand or a listening ear.

Rick leaves behind a legacy of laughter, camaraderie, and an enduring love for the natural world. His spirit will forever live on in the memories of the many lives he touched, the stories shared around campfires, and the echoes of laughter in his beloved garage.

Rick’s presence will be deeply missed, but his love for life and the outdoors will continue to inspire us all.

Rick is survived by his son: Jaime (Jenni) Grossman of Shakopee; one grandchild: Grace Grossman; siblings: Viv Grossman of Eau Claire, Wi, Greg (Cathy) Grossman of Morris, Steve (Lori) Grossman of Harwood, ND, John Grossman of Alberta and Mary (Larry) Friesen of Donnelly; in-laws: Donald (Donna) Riddle of Florida, Debra Jackson of Rapid City, SD, Linda Scott of Bakersfield, CA and Carol (Jeffrey) Rosinski of Cheyenne, WY; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Barb Grossman; one grandson: Jackson Grossman; his parents Donald and Shirley Grossman; brother, Donald Richard Grossman; sister, Nancy Grossman; mother-in-law and father-in-law: Edward and Mary Myers; sisters-in-law: Veronica Sanchez, and Ginger Leigh; brothers-in-law: Edward Myers, Jr, Richard Myers, Lacy Riddle, Jr. and Gary Myers; and nephew: Travis Jorgenson.

In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to local charities.

Pedersen Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements for Richard.