Ms. Judith “Judy” Riske Lienhard, a long time Waupaca resident, left her earthly bonds on May 25th, 2026 to be with her lord and savior, and family. Ms. Lienhard passed away peacefully in Tucson AZ. Ms. Lienhard was an only child and is preceded in death by her parents, Athena and Harvey Peterson of Waupaca WI, first husband Norman “Tiny” Riske of Waupaca WI, and her second husband Richard “Dick” Lienhard formerly of Waupaca WI. Ms. Lienhard leaves behind an extended family of many cousins who will miss her and will be greeted by friends and family who are already in heaven. Ms. Lienhard was a resident of Waupaca WI until 1997. During her time in Waupaca, Ms. Lienhard was a laboratory technician for Waupaca doctors Boudry and Patterson serving the residents of the Waupaca area for many years. Ms. Lienhard retired from her service to the community and moved to Tucson, AZ in 1997, with her second husband Dick Lienhard. In life, Ms. Lienhard enjoyed traveling, skiing, and was an avid golfer. Ms. Lienhard was a life-long member of the First United Methodist Church of Waupaca. A Graveside service will be held for Ms. Lienhard at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Lakeside Memorial Cemetery, Waupaca WI. A.J. Holly and Sons Funeral Home, Waupaca WI is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, Judy requested memorial donations be made in her name to the Waupaca First United Methodist Church at 720 Demarest Ave., Waupaca, WI 54981.
