LTC (Ret) James Anthony "Rik" Rekowski - Savannah - Rik Rekowski of Savannah, Georgia passed away suddenly in the early morning hours of November 18, 2016 at the age of 79. Rik was a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Rik was the son of Josephine and Anthony Rekowski, who preceded him in death. He is survived his by wife Catherine, his brother, Norman "Rik" Rekowski of Mesa, Arizona, his daughters Angela and Diana and son Christian, as well as many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Rik was a Vietnam veteran of the US Army and after 23 years of military service became an accountant and small business consultant. He was an active member of St. James Catholic Church and always enjoyed learning new things, sharing his experiences and stories and spending time with family and friends. He has also left his entry to the annual Christmas art contest well-hidden and risks disqualification if we can't find it.
His Memorial Service will be held Tuesday November 22, 2016 at 11 am at St. James Catholic Church.
The interment will follow at the Catholic Cemetery at 2:30 pm.