Richard Wilmer Neiss passed away peacefully May 25, 2022, at his home in Helena.
Rick was born on September 22, 1942, in Los Angeles but always considered himself a Montanan. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap shooting and cribbage. Rick’s parents were Wilmer and Helen; Siblings: Frank (Deceased) Debbe and Peggy.
Rick was married to Kay Clairmont and later divorced. Later in life Rick met Linda Ward and together they shared 30 years.
Surviving are his children: Lyle Neiss, Kathy Cunningham, John Neiss, Lance Neiss, Cody Neiss and numerous great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Rick had many careers and was very social; loved his clients, many relatives and friends, his “pops” at Helena Trap Club, and his Phi Sig fraternity brothers.
Services will be held at Retz Funeral Home on Thursday, June 2, 2022, at 1:00 pm.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Thursday June 2, 2022
Retz Funeral Home
315 E. 6th Avenue
Helena, MT 59601
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Thursday June 2, 2022
Retz Funeral Home
315 E. 6th Avenue
Helena, MT 59601
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Steve Sautter says
We are saddened to hear of Rick’s passing. To Rick’s family, and especially my friend Lyle, we extend our condolences and sympathy and hope that solace comes to all in the coming days.
Linda Furan says
Life is eternal;
Love is immortal;
Death is a horizon;
And a horizon is but the limit of our eyes.
Rick was such a good man.
Lyle, we are thinking of you now more than usual (and that’s almost every day). You are greatly loved. – Bernie, Linda and Micah
David Sagmiller says
Lyle, John, Kathy & Family I am so sorry for your loss- Prayers for Solace to all!
Ken R says
Ken Richardson
I never got to know Rick, Lyle’s dad but he must have had a great sense of humor that he past off to Lyon. My thoughts are with you Luik.
Phil Payne says
I’m soo sorry for your loss! Your family is in my prayers. Remember the fun times , and laugh a little.
JimM says
I’ve had the pleasure of Rick’s friendship for many years. He was open outgoing and gregarious. My sincere condolences to family and friends of Rick. It has been a great pleasure to have known him. RIP.
Jim Maher
John & Cherie Dahl says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family
Rick was a good friend from my days working at Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Rick was a Rep who sold many insurance policies that I referred to him 
Also Linda was a good friend 
Norm & Darlene Scott says
Norm and I are so sad to hear of Rick’s passing. Rick was such a nice person. He was always so much fun to be around. Always had a smile on his face. He will be missed immensely. RIP, Rick.
Dundee Warden says
Linda and family, I hope you can look back and smile when thinking about Rick and all the good times you shared. He was a good man, friend and neighbor. God Bless,
Dundee
Joy Novota says
Dear Linda, I’m just catching up after reading your name in the obit news about your partner. My heart is saddened for you. Even tho we’ve rarely seen each other over the years, my late grade school & early high school memories are of great fondness for you as I thot of you as a special ‘friend’ to an underclassman! May you find comfort & peace with your memories, your faith & your family. Thinking of you…God’s blessings!
Joylene ~*~