Rick passed from this life on October 6, 2018 at the age of 78. He was preceded in death by his son, Remy.
Rick was born on March 9, 1940 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to Marlowe Charles LeSueur and Kathryn Davies LeSueur. He attended ASU and Thunderbird School of Global Management.
Over his long career Rick owned and managed several local restaurants, was a Cellar Master for AJ’s Fine Foods and was a beverage buyer in the 1970s for a chain of restaurants based in San Francisco.
Rick was a connoisseur of food and wine and his many years in the Hospitality industry provided him with countless entertaining anecdotes. He collected wine and art and friends of all temperaments.
Rick was a loving father, brother and son and he will be remembered for his gentle, loving nature and the dry sense of humor that made him a favorite throughout his life with family and friends alike.
Rick is survived by his older brother, Charles M. LeSueur (Chuck) and his younger brother, John Michael LeSueur (Mike). In addition, he is survived by his best friend, Kathi, who was his support and his advocate throughout his long illness.
Our heartfelt thanks to Ligia, Olga and staff at Silver Star and Banner Hospice for their care and kindness.
No services are planned at this time.
Fred A. Pelger
My sincere sympathy to the surviving family members. Rick and I were best of friends during our school years in Yuma. I have thought about him often over the years. Please let me know of any planned future services, as I live in Globe and would like to attend.
Buck and Becky Glenn
My wife and I worked at Victoria Station in the early 70’s….Ricky Lou was what we affectionately called our friend and boss. He was a great teacher and someone we all loved. Although it’s been 40 years the lessons we learned then are just as true today in all types of business .RIP Ricky Lou
David Rodes
Sorry for your loss. I worked with Rick as Cellar Master at AJ’s in Moon Valley. Rick’s wit and quick humor along with his vast knowledge of food and wine was shared with many. We will always have fond memories knowing Rick. Rest in peace my friend. God bless you and your family.
Julie Koral
Our sympathy to Ricks family for their loss of their loved one.I had not seem Rick for many years but knew he was a good man. Kathi worked with us at Maine chance many years ago but we all lost track of each other. Sincerely Julie McFarland Koral & Judy Fuller
Ralf Wilhelm
I want to offer my deepest regrets for your loss. I worked with Rick at Ajs. I always enjoyed our chats which often led to laughter.
Bill Laurie
It’s been decades since I last saw Rick but this does nothing to mitigate my sense of loss. May it be of some condolences to Rick’s family and friends that he is still so fondly remembered as a “good guy” with a positively delightful and subtle sense of humor. I am so very, very sorry to learn of Rick’s passing. I am blessed to have known him.