Richard Cortese, 74, Wisconsin Rapids, passed away January 10, 2020 at his home.  He was born to Joseph Coretese and Mary Celebron on December 10, 1945 in Rockford Illinois.  He was married to Dorothy Corese on January 15, 1972. He is survived by his loving wife Dorothy, Daughter Gina (Ted) Hodges, grand daughter Aranna Kisseihg and many other granchildren and nieces and nephews.  He is proceeded in death by his parents and his daughter Lisa Smith