Rick Stanchina

Rick Stanchina, 59 of Breitung Township, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at his home. He was born on January 22, 1959 in Norway, Michigan, son of the late Edward Stanchina and Bernadette (St. Martin) Colantonio. He attended the Kingsford schools, graduating from Kingsford High School in 1977. He married Linda Carlsen on February 11, 1978 at the Methodist Church, and together just celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary. Rick was a self-employed mechanic for most of his life. Racing was his life that he enjoyed with his sons, grandsons and friends. He also loved riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycle, especially with the Monday Night Riders. Rick was very excited about becoming a new member of the Local Kiwanis Club. Throughout the years he also enjoyed golfing, bowling, and time spent with family and friends at camp. He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren’s sporting events. Rick is survived by his loving wife, Linda Stanchina of Breitung Township; his children, Scott (Nicole) Stanchina of Kingsford and Brian Stanchina (Nicole Payette) of Quinnesec; his grandchildren, Austin and Carter Stanchina, Jordan Marcouiller, Jayden and Austin Payette; his sisters, Judy (David) Lindblom of Kingsford, Linda (James) Manko of Milwaukee, Chris (Gregg) Chaloupka of Manitowoc, and Sandra Tavonatti of Green bay; his fur babies, Chassy and Gracie; he is further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and many special lifelong and new friendships. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Stanchina and Bernadette (John) Colantonio; and a sister, Carol Stockman; sister in-law, Suzanne Carlsen; and brothers in-law, Bonny Stockman and Ted Tavonatti. The visitation will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Erickson-Rochon and Nash Funeral Home in Iron Mountain. The Funeral Service will follow at 4:00 pm at the funeral home. Pastor Kevin Sullivan will officiate. Burial will be in the Quinnesec Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Rick Stanchina online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.

Rick Stanchina

January 22, 1959 - March 22, 2018