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Richard Hefelfinger Obituary
Rick was a 1971 graduate of Big Spring High School. He retired from Petroleum Products Corp in Harrisburg. Rick was currently a partner in the River City Blues Club and Dart Room in Harrisburg and had formerly owned and operated the Blue Front Lounge in Steeleton. Rick was also vital to planning and operating annual parties at the Harrisburg Postal Picnic Grounds that featured big name blues artists through the Lost and Found and Dearly Departed Company.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by two sisters; Diane K. Porter of Carlisle and Tracey L. Hefelfinger of Orrtanna, his step-mother, Gladys F. Hefelfinger of Fayetteville and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Rick was predeceased by his step-father, Herbert Steele, a niece, Teresa Bailey and a nephew, Douglas Bailey.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Cemetery at the corner of Routes 174 and 74 near Churchtown. Rev. Lewis Splain will officiate the service. Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, Carlisle, is assisting the family with the arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to a favorite charity of your choice. Visit www.Since1853.com to send condolences. www.pennlive.com/obits
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Carol Tillotson
June 15, 2021
Miss you dear friend, I’m glad I got to introduce you to Pittsburgh music scene & juke joint festival in clarksdale Mississippi, ground zero, Memphis miss you dearly departed♥
Beeg Lovett
June 19, 2015
~~•☆•Ok my brother .@☆•~~
... thats what u always called me young buck. From the 1st time i moved here from co. U had me bro . Your beautiful soul. N love for music . Ppl who . Just surround them self . Around u. Wow . No way i live to love ya brah... i will miss our conversation s . N that mustache to go tee to . What 3ver .... to the family have a blessdd life . N damn tears running down my face .. rick u lover of life ... the world is gonna be a duller place son... look down .play me a tic . Tic talk ... every time i look up dog ... i got u... love u bro ...
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David Nailor
June 16, 2015
Were going to miss you Rick..........Rick would always introduce every band with the kindest of words and made everyone and every band feel special. To Rick I say that beautiful music is the art of the prophets that can calm the agitations of the soul; it is one of the most magnificent and delightful presents God has given us.....thank you for the love music you have touched us all.
Keith Koneff
June 16, 2015
My condolences to Rick's family. I'll miss hearing "There's my HORN MAN!" and "Is this band Keith-friendly?!"
- Keith Koneff, Trumpet
Aloha Carol Tillotson
June 16, 2015
Our connection was the Blues, I enjoyed showing you all my favorite Clubs and introducing you to many of Pittsburgh's finest Musicians... The fun in Memphis @ the Peabody Hotel, swinging in to see our Friend Barbara Blue, Ribs and Catfish. First Annual Juke Joint Festival... Ground Zero with Morgan Freeman. Going to go look at the land you purchased that you wanted to build a house.... Talking about opening a Blues Club and you did it! I am a better person for knowing you... Oh I forgot you turned me onto my first Philly cheese steak, yum yum... you did love your food. I will always love and miss you, until we meet again up where eternal Music is played ALL the time, Raveon, Raveon you always wanted to get Van Morrison to play @ you Dearly Departed. I hope they play him at your funeral.... Aloha & the flame will always burn.
Brian and Kneesee Switzer
June 15, 2015
We appreciate the time we got to spend with you, Rick. Thanks for all the memories. Our heartfelt condolences to your family.
Dianne Abramczyk
June 15, 2015
Prayers to Ricks family. I worked with Rick for many years at Arnold Fuel and Petroleum Products. Always a gentleman. RIP Rick.
June 14, 2015
I just couldn't believe it when I read you passed away.I'm very sad over this.
I have always loved you even though I didn't see you very often.
You were a good person.You had a dream and made it come true
I know you're in heaven putting together a blues concert for God.
May you're soul rest in peace.
Prayers for you family.
We will all miss you.
Freda Bailey
Dino Harris
June 14, 2015
Rick you will be missed by many, but I will personally miss you at our pinball league. You were a good and humble man. May you be at peace and always remember the music you helped bring to many and the lives you touched through it.
Marci Aviles
June 13, 2015
Rick
You will be greatly missed. I have had the pleasure of being one of his employees at River City and will never forget him. He always had a smile on and waiting on his 1 way ticket to Florida you will be greatly missed.
Norm & Gail Boire
June 13, 2015
Our sincere condolences to Rick's family. We enjoyed our times at his bar in Steelton good food, music and camaraderie with the Blues society. He will be greatly missed. God bless his soul!
Lisa Hower
June 13, 2015
I sure will miss your smile, your laughter, and all our fun times. I'll never be able to listen to the Blues without thinking of you. RIP Rick, you are now our Dearly Departed...
June 13, 2015
My dear friend I will miss your great presence and love for life. Your laughs, smiles and hugs. Until we meet again. Much love, Susan.
June 13, 2015
I can't believe this. I hope you are a peace. I hope your family will be peace.You were such a very nice person.Everyone loved you.My prayers to your family and friends
I will miss you,
R.I.P.
Freda Bailey
Dr. Mo
June 13, 2015
Rick was a true patron of the arts. His gracious good humor and vitality will be missed
Thomas Kell
June 13, 2015
We can't believe you are gone. There are so many memories we have of all the crazy things we did when we were young. One thing for sure you brought happiness to more people then you can imagine. No one will ever forget you. You will live on in our hearts and memories. RIP brother keep a cold one for me I will see you soon.
Michael McCullough
June 13, 2015
While most people have a dream that only remains that, Rick made his happen, to the benefit of all local music lovers and Blues Society members. Thanks for everything you did, you will be sorely missed, my friend!
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