Rick Martinmaas
November 1, 1956 ~ January 5, 2017
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Rick Martinmaas, 60, of Orient, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2017 at the Deuel County Good Samaritan Society in Clear Lake. He was surrounded by his wife, Patty and family members.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 13, 2017 at St. Liborius Catholic Church, Polo. Burial followed at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Polo. Visitation began at 6:00 p.m., followed by a 7:00 p.m. rosary and prayer service, Thursday, January 12, 2017, all at the church.
Richard Allen Martinmaas was born November 1, 1956 in Faulkton to William and Wanelda (Miller) Martinmaas. He attended grade school at St. Liborius, Polo and graduated from Polo High school in 1976. He remained active in the family farm business, Martinmaas Dairy, while establishing his own farm north of Polo.
He lived life as if every day was his last. He said his daily prayers with the sunrise and the sunset. His motto was “Work hard, play harder”, and like his brother Lon lived by the motto “Every day is a good day, some days are better”. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting. All that heard or witnessed the legendary stories would know him better as Ricky Crocket. He was the man, the myth, the legend! He was a beloved friend of all, and never shied in spending late nights “solving the world’s problems”.
On February 13, 1988, Rick married Janet Ann Peterson at St. Liborius, Polo and through this union welcomed three children, his greatest gifts: Jessica, Scott, and Joni.
Rick’s stayed busy farming and hunting, but always made time for his children, attending games and coaching their various sport teams. Janet’s favorite saying was “A family that prays together stays together”, Rick always added “A family that works together stays together”. Family bonding took place in the dairy barn and on their farm. Janet passed away in 2007.
Rick was lucky enough to find love, not once but twice. Rick married Patty Rogers on July 15, 2016, witnessed by their children, families and many beloved friends in Miller, SD. They danced the night away under the stars in Orient, SD.
Rick was truly one of a kind! He was known to many as “Uncle Rick” not just by his nieces and nephews but by his children’s many friends. His big joyful smile, his sparkling blue eyes and contagious laugh would warm anyone’s heart. He would do anything for the people he loved. With heavy hearts we will lay to rest our hero, beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle, and most importantly friend.
Ricks memory will be cherished by his father, William “Bill” Martinmaas; wife, Patty Martinmaas of Miller; children; Jessica (Tim) Boldt of Volga, Scott Martinmaas of Bath, and Joni (Ben Johnson) Martinmaas of Alcester; siblings: Ray (Becky) Martinmaas, Orient, Randy (Jan) Martinmaas, Orient, Sandy (Larry) Aesoph, Highmore, Kathy (Gary) Remmers, Orient, Paulette (Charlie) Appelhof, Kranzburg, Lori (Mike) Kalkman, Miranda, Julie (Rod) Spartz, Kranzburg, Mike (Laura) Martinmaas, Orient, Mary Lynn (Tom) Lesselyoung, Redfield, and Brad (Shelly) Martinmaas, Orient; step-children: Matt (Nikki) Rogers of Ree Heights, Heather (Matt) Poindexter of Sioux Falls, and Dylan (Karren) Rogers of Ree Heights; grandchildren, Kennedi Janet Boldt, Madelynn, TJ and Rylee Rogers; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family members too numerous to count.
He was welcomed into Heaven by his loving mother, Wanelda; brother Lonnie; his late wife, Janet; their infant children; three nieces, one nephew and one great nephew.
Luce Funeral Home of Faulkton has been entrusted with Rick's arrangements.
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Hugs and prayers to the entire Martinmaas families, Rick was a super great guy and will be missed by so many people. RIP Rick
My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Rick. The loss of our dear loved ones can be very difficult and distressing to cope with. True comfort comes in knowing that Jehovah ( Psalm 83 : 18 – God’s name ) is not the cause of our pain, suffering and death, Hebrews 2 : 14 tells us the source. May you be comforted in knowing that Jehovah hates death ( 1 Corinthian 15 : 26 ) and promises to eliminate death forever and bring ones sleeping in death back to life on a cleansed earth. ( John 17 : 3; Isaiah 25 : 7,8; Revelation 21 : 3-5; Acts 24 : 15; Psalms 37 : 10,11, 29 ) . Also, may your own good and loving memories of Rick help to soothe your hearts, as we remember that our dear loved ones now safely rest in the loving memory of our Grand Creator, Jehovah God, waiting for the fulfillment of His promised purpose for us all. Sincerely
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Martinmass family.
Our thoughts and prayers with you all. Rick will be greatly missed
Patty my deepest and most heart felt sympathies are with you and the family. Our prayers are with you!! your FSA Friend
So sad to hear of your loss. Sympathy & Prayers are being said for you and all of Rick’s loved ones. May comfort come to you knowing he no longer suffers.
Sorry for your loss he will be missed. Our Deepest Sympathy Dr. Dick and Kathy Splichal
TO THE MARTINMASS FAMILY I CANT BELIEVE IVE LOST TWO GUYS WHO MADE GROWING UP IN POLO SO MUCH FUN AND EDCATIONAL I WILL ALWAYD REMEMBER THE TIMES WHEN WE PLAYED BARN BASKETBALL AND RICK AND LONNEY WOULD TOUGHEN US UP THEY NEBER JUDGED ANYONE OF US AND SLWAYS HAD S BIG SMILE WHEN WE CAME OVER AND FOR THAT IM GRATEFUL FOR HAVING THEM AS NEIGHBORS AND FRIENDS 🙏
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I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sending prayers for comfort and strength for the days ahead.
Keeping Rick’s family and friends in our thoughts and prayers.
May our Lord give the family comfort and peace. Prayers
My prayers are with the Martinmaas family during this time. May you find comfort and peace in each other’s company.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time!
Our deepest sympathies to Rick’s family. Our prayers are with you all!
Our most sincere condolences to the whole family. Peace and Light to Rick and to all as he is released from earthly bonds.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Rick would wipe away your tears and want you to think of him and think of the happiest times and smile. He was taken from you way to soon, but will live forever in your hearts. Our deepest Sympathy,
RIP my friend
So sad to hear of Rick’s passing. My condolences, prayers and hugs to you all.
So sorry for your loss Patty and families
So sorry for your loss. Heaven gained another ball player. God bless you all.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Rick was a special friend to all with a great sense of humor. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Lorne & Pat Ruzicka
Thoughts and prayers for the Martinmaas famlies!!!!!!
We send our condolences and prayers to all the Martinmaas family. God bless you and give you strength during this difficult time.
You are all in our prayers so sorry for your loss
Eternal rest grant unto him dear Lord for he fought a long battle and is deserving of peace. The same can be said of all of you as you hung in there and gave him love and care. I am so proud of you guys. I am asking God to bless you each in a special way and guide you through this toughest part of the journey. Love hugs and prayers to each of you.
I am so sorry for your loss..May God heal your hearts. Love ,Hugs, and Prayers
Our deepest sympathy to all of you! Sending hugs and keeping you in our prayers!
Our love and prayers for all the Martinmaas families. Rick fought the good fight but now rests in Jesus. He will be solely missed.
Our sincerest sympathies for all the losses. Rick and Lonnie were both great men and will be missed by everybody.
So sorry for your loss, my prayers go out to you Patti, and to all his family and friends. Rick will sorely be missed.
To the family so sorry for such a great loss. Rick was a kind man I had the pleasure to work with. Prayers for your families during again such a difficult time.
Comforting to know that Rick rests safely in heaven. We know from God’s word that His love for us is so great, "that even the very hairs of our heads are numbered". (Luke 12) We can be confident that our prayers are heard, and comforted that God will support us in our sorrow. We can also look forward with certainty that we will see Rick again. Now we need to rely on our faith, family and friends. It’s all we have. My prayers go out to you and your family.
May your strong faith and the love of your entire family guide and support all of you during this very difficult time. The entire Martinmaas family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Our sympathy to all of you as you enter this difficult time in your lives. Hugs and prayers for all of you.
To Jessica and the Martinmaas family: Jessica: We extend our sympathy especially to you upon the passing first of your mother and now your father. What a blessing to now have them together again! Remembering the rest of the family in our prayers–cherish the memories!!!
we are so very sorry.
Rick and family, some of the things we will miss: That giant handshake, the laughs, the late night discussions, the road hunts, eating chili and hamburgers and just being your friend. We will miss you Rick! Eric, Jake and Larry.
Rick, we enjoyed pheasant hunting with you, family and friends for many years! If I missed a shot, you would always nail that bird. (well almost always). We enjoyed watching your family grow up over the years, and had great times. We love you all. Bob Gerlicher Scott Gerlicher
So sorry to hear of Rick’s passing after his struggle to recover from such a tragic accident. I have great memories of Rick when I was a little kid and adolescent growing up in Polo. I too remember him as a jovial, energetic and caring person. I’ll certainly miss him but I won’t soon forget him. My prayers are with his children, his wife, his brothers and sisters, extended family, friends, and all who knew him and cared for him.
No words can express the sadness I feel for this tragedy. Indeed, both Rick and Lonnie were one of a kind and I feel privileged to have known them both. My sincere sympathy to all of you.
Rick made the world better with his every smile. His brotherhood was felt far and wide by me, my sons, and most everyone he met. His love will stay with us and he won’t be forgotten. A hero in every way and in his every action.
So sorry my dad Mark is not well enough to make the trip to Rick’s services. He has many fond memories of times with Wanelda and the rest of the other Miller cousins. Our deepest sympathy.
My condolence to the Martinmass family. Have know rick for many years as a pheasnt hunter from wi. What a guy! Mainly hunted his neighbors land ,Jack & JoAnn & BuB’s property. And he made us feel like family. Memories will never end !"GOD BLESS RICK" "Biggest smile in the world"