Richard "Rick" Hylok

Richard “Rick” Anthony Hylok age 70 of Newaygo, died Friday, October 9, 2026 at Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital. He was born in Pulaski, WI on September 26, 1956 to the late Anthony and Dolores (Styczynski) Hylok.

In his early years, Rick traveled for his job at Kinney Noble Shoes, turning around underperforming stores. He later moved to JCPenney in Muskegon, where he ran the furniture department and met his wife, Thressa. Rick later moved to driving for Dekorne Ethan Allen while his wife became an interior designer. They had two daughters Courtney (28) and Taylor (26). During his life, Rick was diagnosed with MS, he became a stay-at-home father. He appreciated all the things his family did for him, the sacrifices, the understanding and the hardship that came along with the disease. He became a great cook, carpool driver, and the girls’ number one fan in the stands for all sporting events, theater events, and graduations.

Surviving are his wife, Thressa (Voss); daughters, Courtney and Taylor; brother, Dennis Hylok; sister, Darlene.

Per Rick’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, November 15, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Butcher Block Social, 9900 Cherry Valley Ave. SE, Caledonia, MI 49316.

Arrangements by K.E. Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs, MI.