Richard Dick Nasgovitz
, Wisconsin
October 10, 2026
Richard “Dick” Nasgovitz, age 88, formerly of Klondike, passed away on October 11, 2026, at Rennes Health and Rehab West in Peshtigo. Dick was born on June 26, 1938, in Klondike, WI., to Gustave “Gust” Nasgovitz and Freida (White) Nasgovitz. He grew up in Klondike and graduated from Coleman High School in 1957. During his high school years, Dick participated in the boys’ choir and enjoyed shop classes, where he developed his skills and interest in working with his hands. He had a natural talent for fixing things and was known for being able to repair just about anything.In 1958, Dick moved to Canoga Park, California, where his passion for engines led him to own and operate an auto repair business for 30 years. He had a particular fondness for Volkswagen engines, which inspired him to build and repair dune buggies. His mechanical abilities and love of working with his…