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Richard Steigerwalt Obituary
Richard N. Steigerwalt Sr., 75, of Kutztown, died January 30, 2011 in The Lutheran Home at Topton where he was a resident since October 27, 2010. He was the husband of Nelda F. (Ramaly) Steigerwalt. They were married 54 years this past February. Born April 8, 1935 in Lehighton, Carbon County, he was a son of the late Neil V. and Anna (Sarko) Steigerwalt. He attended Saint Johns Lutheran Church, Kutztown. He was a 1952 graduate of Lehighton Area High School. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in animal husbandry from Penn State University, University Park in 1957; a Master of Science degree in physical therapy from University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia in 1962. He started his professional career as the Chief of Physical Therapy for the former Allentown General Hospital, Allentown, and continuing at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. He then was Chief of Physical Therapy at Palmerton Hospital. Mr. Steigerwalt completed his physical therapy career as the Director of Home Health Care for Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, with his retirement in 2002. Survivors: Wife; daughter, Diane M. Steigerwalt, Kutztown; sons, Richard N. Steigerwalt, Jr., McVeytown, Mifflin County, David L. husband of Donna L. (Dettra) Steigerwalt, Mertztown and Douglas J. husband of Jennifer (Brackbill) Steigerwalt, State College, Centre County. Other survivors include a sister, Dorothy Ann (Steigerwalt) Wise, Whitehall; and a half sister, Nancy (Steigerwalt) Bullivant, Hellertown. In addition, there are grandchildren, Jessica Moyer, Alexandra Steigerwalt, Katharine Moyer and Evan Steigerwalt; and a step grandson, Isaac Brackbill. Services: Memorial. Saturday, February 5, 2011, 2 p.m. from Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., 333 Greenwich Street, Kutztown with Reverend Carl A. Wenzel officiating. Inurnment is private at the convenience of the family. Friends may call Saturday, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the funeral home. Contributions: The family requests contributions be made to St. Johns Lutheran Church, 201 E. Main St., Ktuztown, PA 19530. On-line condolences may be recorded at www.ludwickfh.com
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Giselle Monosa-Hefele
February 24, 2011
Dear Nelda,
So very sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. In his professional life he was an inspiration to all of his fellow PT colleagues. His warmth, humor and gentle nature has touched so many through the years. We are the lucky ones to have known such a wonderful man as Dick. Of all his accomplishments in his life, I know he was most proud of his family and that all started with his unending love of you Nelda. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Elaine Heilman-Toth
February 12, 2011
As a new grad PT assistant back in 1974, "Mr S" gave me my first job at Allentown Hospital. That started a career that so far has lasted 36 years. He was a great therapist, some one to emulate and he was a lot of fun to work with as well. I hope he rests in peace...
February 2, 2011
Dear Nelda, I am so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I will always remember with fond memories your loving stories you told us about Dick and your family while we worked together at SPOT Rehab. My thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Cathy Rash
Joe & Sandy Tarantino
February 1, 2011
Dear Aunt Nelda and Cousins Rick, Diane, David and Douglas and your familys. We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Dick's passing. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you. Sorry we haven't kept in touch better since we moved to western Pennsylvania
Joe & Sandy and Megan, Matt, Madalyn, and Dawson Dehart
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February 1, 2011
Dear Diane and Family,
Our hearts go out to all of you. He was a great man and honourable person to know. Peace and prayers.
Love,
Kathleen Stewart and Alfred Brassard
February 1, 2011
Nelda and Family,
Or Deepest Sympathy for your loss.
Miss seeing you and Dick at Wertz's. What memories we have when you lived in Whitehall. Our Children were friends. You are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Neighbors Marian and Wilbur Kline
Jan Nguyen
February 1, 2011
Dear Dave and Family, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. With love and sympathy, Jan Nguyen and family
February 1, 2011
Dear Aunt Nelda and Family,
So sorry for the loss of Uncle Dick. He's now at peace. I'll always remember his quiet humor, it made me smile! Take Care! You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Deb,Charlie & Nick
Gail Levine
February 1, 2011
Dear Nelda and family,
I am so sad to hear the news of Dick's passing. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very difficult time. There was never a better role model for an aspiring P.T.or a department chief with a better sense of humor, ever! He will be missed.
February 1, 2011
Dear Nelda, Our sympathy and love go out to you and your family in your loss. We've been friends for about 60 yrs and had alot of good times together. Dick was "one of the best", a very caring, loving gentle man who would do anything for anybody. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Jim,Shirley Wentz and Family, Lehighton,PA
Sharon Duvall
January 31, 2011
Dear Steigerwalt Family - I was so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I worked with him in Home Care. He was such a great guy. He loved his patients, his work, and most of all his family. I remember how impressed we were with him; how he hung in there when they had us start using the laptops for our visits. He was a genuine, kind person. May God Bless you always with his peace.
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a very caring, loving , gentle man who would do anything for anybody. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Jim, Shirley Wentz and Family, Lehighton, PA
January 31, 2011
Dear Nelda and Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dick.
Our deepest sympathy,God Bless you.
Lou Ann and Family
Nancy Stevens
January 31, 2011
Dear Nelda and family- My deepest sympathy for your loss. Dick was one of the good guys and I will always remember him when LVH opened and the fun we had. Nancy Stevens
Valerie Graf
January 31, 2011
Dear Dave and Family - we are very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our condolences to all who loved him.
With Sympathy,
Valerie Graf and Family
Marie Kirk
January 31, 2011
Dear Nelda: I am so sorry to hear about Dick. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Lori Scheirer
January 31, 2011
Our hearts go out to the Steigerwalt Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
January 31, 2011
May the love of family & friends carry you thru your time of grief. Dick & I were teammates in track & field in high school.We set a new record in the mile relay event in 1950.
God Bless, Dick Tredinnick, Nazareth,PA
Carol Murmello, PT
January 31, 2011
One of the greatest guys I ever worked with. Always with humor and grace. His patients adored him. God Bless your family at this difficult time.
Diane Chlandi
January 31, 2011
Dear Cousins:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He will be missed by all the lives he has touched. I will cherish all the memories I have from the picinics we had when we were children at Lockners Grove.
His suffering is over an he is now at peace. May Gods Love and Strength see you through this difficult time in your lives.
Shalom and God Bless
Your Cousin Diane (Gordon) Chladni
Jim Allford
January 31, 2011
By blessing are with the family....I worked in P.T. at LVHC while Richard was my boss....God Bless, Jim Allford
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