Richard James Widmar, 66, of Oklahoma, City, formerly of Dubuque, Iowa passed away at his home on Saturday, December 7th, 2019.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 20, 2019, at Mueller Chapel, Linwood Cemetery, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Richard was born in Dubuque, IA to Mildred (Wittmann) and James Widmar. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High school and Iowa State University. In 1982, Rich came to Oklahoma and worked for the Bureau of Land Management, doing most of his work with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, until his retirement.

He loved golfing, playing cards, antique cars, following sports (especially Iowa State) and spending time with family and friends.

Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Katie Widmar of Chicago, IL; sister, Joan (Jim) Luikart of Geneseo, IL; niece, Jessica (Jacob) Specht and great nephews and niece, Ryder, Kasen, Gabriella and Knox Specht of Annawan, IL; niece, Allison Luikart (Steven White) of Homer Glen, IL; family, Cheryl Widmar and daughters, Megan (Justin Watson), Jessica (Fernando) Lino; grandchildren, Gabriel, Charlee, Aden and Mia; and many wonderful family and special friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.