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Richard Osting Obituary

RICHARD J. OSTING, 66 Richard J. Osting, 66, died on December 23, 2011, after a lengthy illness. Loved by all who met him, he was a former Comic Book/Variety store owner, who later volunteered with the Pottstown Cluster Organization, as well as working with Pottstown Meals on Wheels. He is survived by his two daughters, Katrina M. Channing of Lancaster, and Erica L. Osting of Bensalem; two sisters, Therese Cirafisi and Deni Quay, and two brothers, Gary Osting and Greg Osting. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2012, at the First Church of the Brethren in Pottstown. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the American Heart Association, in Memory of Richard.

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Published by The Mercury from Jan. 3 to Jan. 5, 2012.

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Joyce McPherson-Weber

January 10, 2012

To the family of Richard, I worked with Richard for 5 years at Meals on Wheels he was a great guy and will be missed by all who new him

Remy Conicelli

January 5, 2012

so sorry to hear about Rich he was classmate of mine at pius your family is in my prayers heaven jusy got another angel rest in peace until we meet again Remy (gnoza) Conicelli

Kathy and Mike Doyle

January 5, 2012

We are sad to read about Rich. He was a high school classmate who was always so kind to everyone he met. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Anne Marie Elko

January 4, 2012

I have always thought of Richard as a dear friend. I've enjoyed my time with him as a volunteer with Meals on Wheels and then our occasional lunch or email chats. He was such a positive force for me even when dealing with all of his medical issues. He left us much too soon. I will remember him fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with his daughters and his siblings as they deal with their loss.

Dan and Judy Albright

January 4, 2012

Our sincerest condolences to the Family of Richard Osting. Rich was a High School classmate and a Facebook Friend. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you during these trying times.

January 4, 2012

To the family of Richard Osting: I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort help you during this most difficult time.
2 Cor. 1: 3, 4

Christine Reifsnyder

January 3, 2012

My deepest sympathy Katrina and Erica...Christine Weaver-Reifsnyder

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