Richard Charles “Rick” Quisenberry, 68, of Laramie, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020 at Ivinson Memorial Hospital. He was born in Laramie on September 22, 1951 to Richard Lee and Bobbie Jean (Colvin) Quisenberry. For short period of time the family lived in Lance Creek, and Lusk, WY but returned to Laramie where Rick attended all his school years graduating from Laramie High School in 1970.
His early working years were spent as a heavy equipment operator for the Union Pacific Railroad and Wyoming Construction Co. Rick enlisted in the Army in 1973, serving proudly in Germany working with the Army Security Agency. Upon discharge from the military, he discovered his love for law enforcement, becoming a police officer in Fleming, Colorado. Rick returned to Laramie in 1977 and began his career with the Laramie Police Department until his retirement in 1996. Upon “retirement” and for a complete change of pace, Rick work for the Falgien family, personal friends and owners of Bud’s Bar, two days a week for a number of years. Upon encouragement from family friend, Janet Overman, then owner/broker of Century 21 Real Estate Center, Rick studied and obtained his realtor’s license, followed by his broker’s license, working with Janet until her retirement at which time he purchased the business where he actively worked until the day of his passing.
Rick’s passion for law enforcement did not diminish with retirement. He proudly became one of the founding board members of the Laramie Police Department Foundation where he served as Executive Director until stepping down in December.
Rick’s other and lifetime passion was riding motorcycles. He and wife Vickie were avid motorcycle enthusiasts meeting wonderful friends over the years who shared this obsession. The yearly trip to Sturgis, among other trips, was a must for over twenty years.
Rick was a member of the American Legion Post #14, Laramie VFW Post #2221, and the Laramie P.P.O.E. #582.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, Richard and Bobbie; his paternal grandparents, Walter A. and Lillian (Braisted) Quisenberry; his maternal grandparents, Bert and Myrtle Colvin; and his nephew, Cody B. Faulkner.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Vickie (Babcock) Quisenberry; his sons, Miles (Corrine) Quisenberry, of Cheyenne, and Russell (Bryden) Wilson of Laramie; his grandchildren, Jessie, Jacob and Cash Quisenberry, and Amata and Abigail Wilson; his sister Lynda (Pat) Rinker; and his numerous cousins.
Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, February 24, 2020 at Montgomery-Stryker Funeral Home with Military Honors by the Wyoming National Guard and the Laramie Veterans Guard, and Last Call by the Laramie Police Department.
A Celebration of Life will follow at the Laramie VFW.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Rick’s name to the Laramie Police Department Foundation Fund at the Wyoming Community Foundation through its online donation portal, or directly to the Laramie Police Department Foundation, P.O. Box 1734, Laramie, WY 82073.
24 Comments To "Richard Charles “Rick” Quisenberry"
#1 Comment By Dru and Tracey Nichols On February 20, 2020 @ 8:19 pm
This is so shocking and Dru and I are so sad to hear about Rick’s passing. So many good memories. Of times spent with Rick at Bud’s. Wonderful guy with an amazing sense of humor. Rest in Peace Rick. Prayers for all of Rick’s family.
#2 Comment By tyler j king On February 21, 2020 @ 5:40 am
Lynda, so sorry about Rick passing we were next-door neighbors. I always looked up to Rick. May he be in a better place. God bless Rick.
#3 Comment By Hank , LuAnn Herkstroeter On February 21, 2020 @ 9:19 am
A shock to read about Rick, Condolences to Vickie and Family . Rick had a smile every time you saw him.God Bless
#4 Comment By Lynn Terrill On February 21, 2020 @ 6:51 pm
Vicki, I’m so sorry to hear about Rick. He was one of a kind. It’s comforting to think of him with his best buds riding motorcycles in heaven. ❤️ Lynn Terrill
#5 Comment By Gerge Parker On February 21, 2020 @ 10:43 am
Rick was one of my best friends and worked with me for years. I will miss him sorely and my heart goes out to Vicki and the rest of the family. I am so sorry I am out of state and cannot be at the funeral. Please toast him at the VFW as I am sure that is what he would want.
We are so so sorry
Jan & George Parker
#6 Comment By Sheila and Art Sanchez On February 21, 2020 @ 10:58 am
Vickie and family – Art and I are so sorry for your loss, Rick was a wonderful person and he will be with you always; he will be missed. Thinking of you!! Art and Sheila
#7 Comment By E Knight Family On February 21, 2020 @ 11:40 am
Rick was a good guy, He will be missed in this community and friends. Miles- your dad loved you very much you could see itin his eyes how proud he was of you!
#8 Comment By Dieter Sturm On February 21, 2020 @ 12:43 pm
Vickie,
My heartfelt condolences on the passing of Rick. I was shocked when I heard of his early demise.
#9 Comment By Kelly Namie On February 21, 2020 @ 9:12 pm
Vickie, Miles and Russ, my thoughts and prayers are with you all, such wonderful memories of our garage parties and bike runs! My heart hurts but I will keep those memories forever! Love you all !
#10 Comment By Yvonne Beale, MAJ USA On February 22, 2020 @ 12:27 am
Vicki and family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Rick was my realtor for the purchase and sale of a couple of Wyoming properties. We kept in touch through Facebook where he shared his great love of family seconded by his love of motorcycles. I wish much comfort to all of you at this time.
#11 Comment By Helen Chavez On February 22, 2020 @ 11:02 am
My Deepest Condolences to The Quisenberry Family.. Thank you Rick for the encouraging words in life.. FLY & RIDE With the Angels..
#12 Comment By Becky, Chris and Joanna Riley Webber On February 22, 2020 @ 11:53 am
Rick was an inspiration to many, a teacher, and friend to All. We send our condolences to all of the family.
#13 Comment By Toni Thompson (Hughes) On February 23, 2020 @ 7:25 am
Vicki, Miles and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss Rick coming through the credit union, I enjoyed chatting with him.
Prayers and Thoughts with you all.
#14 Comment By Mitch Cushman On February 23, 2020 @ 11:22 am
It was a surprise to hear about Rick. It was a pleasure for me to know better after his PD retirement.
Blessings to Vicki, Miles, and Russ.
#15 Comment By Bill Kay On February 23, 2020 @ 6:28 pm
Mr. Quisenberry served in the United States Army at Field Station Augsburg, West Germany at the Signal Intelligence listening post starting in 1973. His MOS (Military Occupational Specialty) was as an 05H (Morse code interceptor) and 05D (signals direction finder). His passing was reported on the https://www.facebook.com/groups/ASATaps/permalink/2745013245616735/ page. He will be entered in the “Field Station Augsburg – Gone But Not Forgotten” tribute video on Youtube. Thank you for your service.
#16 Comment By Jim Larsen On February 24, 2020 @ 4:32 am
Vicki – you and your family are in my deepest prayers. Rick was a very good friend to me, helping me through some very hard times. What he did and how he managed everything won’t be forgotten.
#17 Comment By Jonene Day On February 24, 2020 @ 1:13 pm
Hi Vickie, so sad you lost your sweet hubby. Thinking of you and your kids a lot. Sending my love to you. Jonene (Jo) Day
#18 Comment By Roy Brandner On February 25, 2020 @ 3:59 am
My since condolences to you and your family. Rick and I have been what could best be described as “Pen pals” for way over 20 years. Whilst we have never met, I feel as though we were good mates and you know what.. ? He had a wicked sense of humour.. my kinda guy.
I miss him already.. He was always the one that I sent my jokes to via email, we would always share posts about Defence force stuff and motorbikes.. We had a very similar career path whilst in the military. He would always be the first one that I would send my jokes to… I sincerely share your loss xxx
#19 Comment By Robin Coulthard Wangen On February 25, 2020 @ 9:46 am
Vicky and Family! Many hugs & Prayers!
Robin Coulthard Wangen
#20 Comment By Jane Lentz (Smith) Gonzales On February 25, 2020 @ 3:53 pm
Vickie and family, I am so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. I always truly enjoyed all of our garage parties and motorcycle rides together. I treasure those memories. You are all in my prayers for peace, comfort and strength. Love, Janie (Smith) Gonzales.
#21 Comment By Deb Formento On March 15, 2020 @ 3:48 pm
Vicki:
Am SOO very sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. Thoughts are with you and your family.
#22 Comment By Jackie Birt Benson On February 26, 2020 @ 4:10 pm
Rick and I were high school friends. He was always caring, giving and a fun person to be with. I know he will be missed by many.
My prayers to the family.
#23 Comment By Sara Haugen On February 27, 2020 @ 2:28 pm
So sorry to hear about Rick’s passing. He sold us our house and I listened to many of his great stories when working at the paper doing his real estate ads. May he rest in peace.
#24 Comment By Sybil Gallu On March 14, 2020 @ 12:12 pm
Rick was a blessing in our time of loss of my brother Clem Collins. Rick was one of those guys in school that just loved bumping into, always joyful. I was so sorry to read about Rick’s passing. Sybil Herzog Gallu