Richard M. Linke , age 70, of Grantsburg, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at his residence. Richard was born on March 1, 1947 in St. Paul, MN, to parents, Janet (Busch) and Norman Linke. In 1967, Richard married Mary Hible. Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing guitar. Preceding Richard in death are his parents; and loving wife, Mary. Richard is survived by his sons, Robert (Wendy) Linke and Jeff (Heather) Linke; brother, Tom Linke; grandchildren: Melinda Linke, Lori Linke, Micheal Linke, Dakota Linke, Mikkala (Jake Bruns) Hill and Samantha (Jonathon) Sederlund; great-grandchildren: Levi, Forrest, Brayden, Liam, Kinley, Benjamin and Maddy; and other relatives and friends. The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 11:00am (visitation from 10-11am) at the Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Grantsburg. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Grantsburg. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com