RICHARD J. "DICK" KOLLHOFF

RICHARD J. "DICK" KOLLHOFF

RICHARD KOLLHOFF Obituary

Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Mar. 24, 2010.
KOLLHOFF
RICHARD J. "DICK", March 22, 2010, of Broomall PA, formerly of Lansdowne PA. Beloved husband of Patricia A. (nee Bertolino) Kollhoff; devoted father of Lea M. Kollhoff; beloved brother of Edward, Christine (Charles) Matthews, John W. (Patty), Timothy J. (Joanne), Carol (Mike) Flanski, Michael (Stephanie), Patricia (Alan) Dudkiewicz and the late Dennis and Helene Wilhelm; loving son of Helen S. (nee Hauck) and the late Edmund J. Kollhoff; son-in-law of Marguerite and the late Edward Bertolino; brother-in-law of Mary Ann (Frank) Vesci, Terry (Fran) O'Kane, Edward J. (Loraine) and Suzie (Shawn) O'Neill. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Thursday, 5 to 8 P.M., or Friday, after 9 A.M, Church of St. Cyril, 153 Penn Blvd., E. Lansdowne PA 19050, Funeral Mass Friday, 10 A.M. Int. SS. Peter and Paul Cem. Contribu-tions to Ronald McDonald House, 3925 Chestnut St., Phila. PA 19104.

(O'LEARY F.H., Springfield, PA)

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March 31, 2010

Linda McCoy posted to the memorial.

March 27, 2010

Jennifer Puchon posted to the memorial.

March 26, 2010

Tom Klause posted to the memorial.

Linda McCoy

March 31, 2010

Dear Trish - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jennifer Puchon

March 27, 2010

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss- Dickie was the greatest patient I ever took care of-His energy and positive attitude gave me a new perspective on life, I am a better person for having known him and also his wonderful family- You will always have a place in my heart- I miss you guys!

Tom Klause

March 26, 2010

Ttish and Lea, I'm sorry I couldn't make Dickies services, I had another veiwing and funeral at the same times. Dickie was a great guy to work with, that big smile will be missed. Our thoughts are with you both.

The Trainor Family

March 26, 2010

Deepest Sympathy To The Entire Kollhoff Family. Our Thoughts And Prayers Go Out To You All.

Kate DiTizio

March 25, 2010

I knew Dickie in HS and were friends after. My heart goes out to his family.

Kate Gorman DiTizio

Charmaine Scriven

March 25, 2010

Dear Trish and Lea:
May the love of God and friends and family carry you through your grief. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
With Love

Tommy Callaghan

March 25, 2010

In the few years i knew you Dicky you tought me the most of any elder, You will be greatly missed and i am glad for the unfortunitly short time i knew you and learned from you. Thank you and God bless you and your family.

Rich and Margy Rennard

March 25, 2010

Trish and family: We are so sorry for your loss. May the precious memories comfort you during these difficult days. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

John Daw

March 25, 2010

My heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Kollholf family. Knew Dickie growing up and worked with him in the early 90's, great guy always full of life and nothing ever got him down. I lost touch with him after we worked together, I just found out today about what had happedend to him and his passing, spent the rest of the day thinking of the times we had. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very sad time.

Angela Pileggi

March 25, 2010

Death leaves a heartache
No one can heal;
Love leaves a memory
No one can steal
from an Irish Tombstone

Deepest condolences on your loss.

Linda McCarrick

March 25, 2010

Trish and Lea, your husband and father was a true inspiration to many people. I have known "Dickie boy" for years and am truly saddened by his passing. He never gave up on ANYTHING! He will be remembered for his kindness and for his fun sense of humor...He will always hold a special place in my heart... Love and God Bless you,
Linda (Dr. Colombo's)

Bill Bostic

March 25, 2010

My heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Kollholf family. Dickie was a good man, a devoted husband and father and great example of integrity and unwavering will. No matter what adversities life threw at Dickie, he always had a smile and believable laugh that seemed to start at his feet and work its way up to a contagious roar. He could always make me laugh no matter what was happening and I’ll always remember him that way.
Your friend,
Bill Bostic

Liz adams

March 25, 2010

Dear Trish and Lea,

I just returned to work today (Thursday) and received the news. I am so so so sorry for your loss. I loved Dickie like he was my own family member, and enjoyed everyday I was able to spend with him and the both of you among other extended family members in therapy. I think of all of you often and you're in my heart and in my prayers. Dickie's smile and unique laugh will be greatly missed! Love always, Liz Adams

Steve and Melony Taylor

March 25, 2010

Trish, I am SO very sorry. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Dickie was a awesome person and will be greatly missed. Take care and call if we can do anything for you.

March 24, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
The Geromichalos Family

March 24, 2010

Death Leaves a Heartache
No One can Heal
Love Leaves a Memory
No One Can Steal.

Lisa Hauck Carr

March 24, 2010

Trish and Leah, I am so sorry for your loss. Dickie was such an incredible person. He will always have a special place in my heart. I have thought of him and you very often. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Aunt Helen, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always.

March 24, 2010

Dear Trish and Lea,
My heart and soul cry for you.
Love and deepest sympathy,
Carol McCardle

Susie Bisignaro

March 24, 2010

Trish
At a time like this there are no words that anyone can say that will make the pain any easier. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. My entire family sends their condolences, especially my mom. She has had Dickie in her prayers since his injury first happened and I know that she will keep you and Lea in her prayers as well.
I will continue to pray for you and Lea that God will give you the strength you need to get through these difficult times.

kathy jaffe

March 24, 2010

Trish,
We (the entire staff in the Short Procedure Unit) were so deeply saddened to hear about Rich. His smile and witty sense of humor is what we remember no matter what he was going through. Both of you were an inspiration to all of us and always a pleasure for us to see you each visit. We are praying for you and your family. Kathy Jaffe

Jennifer Reno

March 24, 2010

Trish and Lea,
My deepest condelences go out to you and the whole family. He was a wonderful man who brought such joy and laughter. I feel blessed to have at least met him once and shared some laughter and joy with his kind spirit. Although we can not be with you please know that you are in our thoughts.

Jennifer, David and Joshua Reno

March 24, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kollhoff family. What a nice man he was! He's smiling down on everyone now. - Diane and Jenine Quercetti, Havertown

March 24, 2010

Trish and Leah,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dickie was such a special man and we will all miss him.
Love, Janet, Steve Spica & Family

lisa rooney

March 24, 2010

Trish,Lea and Family,

I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your Dickie. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. Memories and his inspiration will be what get's you throught this difficult time.

Love

Lisa Rooney
Arkema Inc

March 24, 2010

Trish and Lea - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Dick always seemed to be so pleasant and such a nice person. I just am overwhelmed at all you and he have been through. I am having a hard time finding the right words so I guess I should just say that I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My heartfelt sympathy is with you both and with your extended family. Fondly, Colleen Bershad

March 24, 2010

Trish and Leah,
Our family is so very sorry for the devasting loss you have both endured. Please accept our deepest sympathy and if there is anything we can do please do not hesitate... Dickie will be missed by many, he was a special man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love, Bill & Ruth Murrin & children

Len Sides

March 24, 2010

Trish and Leah,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We will all miss Dickie. He was always so much fun to be with. We are always here if you need ANYTHING.
With love, Len and Carol

Karen and Kids

March 24, 2010

Trish and Lea - Of course we are devasted to hear about your beloved husband and Father and wish there was something we could do to help you through this difficult time. He was an inspiration to all of us and will be missed by many for sure. God rest his soul and I know he is with our Dave! Karen and Kids

March 24, 2010

Dear Trish & Lea, Shannon and I are so very sorry for your loss. Dickie was a great person with a beautiful smile. Trish, I really can't find the words to express my feelings. You have always showed me kindness and I will keep you and Lea in my prayers.
Dickie is now at peace.
God bless and take care of you both.
Maureen Samuels and Shannon Kollhoff

Dee Vaughn

March 24, 2010

Lea, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Your Dad will always be in your heart.

Love and Prayers,

March 24, 2010

Trish and Family,
Ron and I are very sorry for the loss of your Dickie. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers.

Linda and Ron Zanoni, Arkema Inc

Kirk & Linda Petrill

March 24, 2010

Trish...our hearts are broken to hear of Dickie's passing. He was such a positive example of determination....he was all heart and soul! Our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to you, Lea and your family.

Charlene Davis

March 24, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

The Maloney Family

March 24, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Jim & Doreen Grafstrom & Family

March 24, 2010

Dear Trish, Lea and extended family,
Dickie will always live in our hearts. Our sympathy go out to you at this difficult time. He will truly be missed.

Sandra Ross

March 24, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived

March 24, 2010

Went all through Good Shepherd with Dicky... always had a smile on his face. He will truly be missed. My prayers are with your family.
Tom Killeen

Lisa Sayles

March 24, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I work with Trish. Remember God will be with you all through this time.

March 24, 2010

Patricia,

Your family will be in my prayers.

Karen D. Minor

March 24, 2010

He will always be remembered
Thom McAdams

Michele Muller

March 24, 2010

Trish, I am SO very sorry. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Michele Muller

Lorrie Ritter

March 24, 2010

To my colleague and friend, Trish and her loving family, my sincere condolences at such a difficult time. Although I had not met Dick, I know of the love you all poured out for him, loving through the tough times during the past few years. To Trish, you are such a kind person – everyone at work just adores you and we want to care for your needs now as you have cared for all of us. There are no words except to tell you we know you are hurting and that saddens all of us. I believe that Dick is now in an amazing place and the man he wants to be. Celebrate his life, your life together and the love you shared. Find peace in God’s love, mercy and grace.

God Bless.

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