Name: Visitation for Richard A. DeVinney
Start: 2022-08-31T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-08-31T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc. - Bellefonte

Richard A. DeVinney
August 27, 1942 - August 25, 2022
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania - Richard A. DeVinney, 79, of Bellefonte, passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Born on August 27, 1942, in State College, he was the son of the late John D. and Lillian (Carson) DeVinney. On November 27, 1964, he married his beloved wife, Rebecca Louise (Close) DeVinney, who preceded him in death on December 27, 2015, after celebrating 51 years of marriage together.
Richard was a 1960 graduate of Bellefonte High School. He attended the Centre County School of Nursing, where he graduated as a Licensed Practical Nurse, and then furthered his education, earning his license to become a Respiratory Therapist Practitioner from the California College for Respiratory Care. He worked as a Respiratory Therapist at Mount Nittany Medical Center for over 50 years until his retirement.
He is survived by his two daughters, Ramey L. DeVinney (Jack) and Rian L. Roan (Joseph), both of Bellefonte, six grandchildren, Carson, Regan, Caitlyn, Rilie, Carlee, and Rorie. Also surviving is a sister, Josephine Keller, and a brother, Dallas DeVinney.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was predeceased by a granddaughter, Hope DeVinney Bechdel in 1998, and three brothers, John, Charles, and James.
Richard enjoyed to archery and rifle hunt and go camping with his family. He was truly the glue the held the family together. Any event that his children or grandchildren were involved in, was the most important thing to him! They never had to doubt that he would be sitting or standing proudly in the audience or on the sidelines for any sporting events, school concerts, awards ceremonies, and anything else family oriented. He loved his family with everything he had. Anyone who knew him, would often know about the achievements of his grandchildren, as he was always lovingly boasting about everything they had going on in their lives. His grandkids truly were his pride and joy.
Friends and family will be received on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, from noon until 1:00 P.M., at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., 206 N. Spring Street, Bellefonte. Funeral services will begin at 1 P.M., at the funeral home, with David Dimmick officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Zion Cemetery in Bellefonte.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Centre Daily Times from Aug. 28 to Aug. 30, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard DeVinney

16 Entries

Jeffrey Ratner MD

October 4, 2022

I worked with Richard for over 30 years at Mount Nittany Med Center as a Pulmonologist .His assistance as a Respiratory Therapist was professional and proved invaluable.Most of all he was a good friend and I shall never forget how kind he was to my daughter on rounds when she accompanied me at work. He put her at ease along with the wonderful nursing staff.She is now on Faculty at Boston Childrens Hospital in Boston.
She has always remembered his kindness to her.

Jeanne

August 30, 2022

He was a good caring man, who always took the time to make a co-worker laugh. God Bless him.

CAROL SPICER AND FAMILY

August 30, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Our thought and prayers are with you.

Dolores J Bracken

August 29, 2022

Sending Prayers for Richard's family, was great co-worker plus took great care of my Mother during her stay in the hospital with COPD, God's love to you all, dolores

Gesielle

August 29, 2022

Ramey,

So sorry for your loss. Keep the precious memories close to heart.

Ruth Floray

August 29, 2022

Ben and I enjoyed many happy times with Rich and Becky years ago. Sorry to hear about his passing.Ruth Floray

June Devinney Irwin

August 29, 2022

I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Lisa (Boller) Bickle

August 29, 2022

I´m so sorry to hear about Rich passing. I had worked with him at Centre Community/Mt. Nittany. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this most difficult time. God bless!

Vic Milton Henry

August 28, 2022

Deepest sympathy. I was one friend lucky enough to always be able to share those grandchildren stories.

Donna Markle

August 28, 2022

So sorry for your loss. I worked with Richard at the hospital. It was always fun to see what he and Michael P would say to you.

Vickie Benner

August 28, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Richard at MNMC for many years. We had many conversations about situations at MNMC on the patio of the cafeteria. Rest in peace Richard.

Mick Askey

August 28, 2022

My deepest sympathies to all of Richard´s family! Richard always volunteered to help went ever you needed it. He always was always there for his family. Rest In Peace, Richard! Thanks for be a wonderful friend to me!

Cindy Whitehill

August 28, 2022

So sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was one of kind. My Mother just loved him coming into her room for her breathing treatments and talking to her. I also loved working with him. I´m sure he will be sadly missed.

Mary Jacobs

August 28, 2022

I'm so sorry for you loss. I worked with both Richard and Becky for many years at Mount Nittany Medical Center at both locations. Today I'm thinking of many happy working times.

Becky Blunt

August 28, 2022

He was always a joy to visit with, sorry for your great loss

Daniel Blunt

August 27, 2022

My deepest sympathy to the entire family. He was a friend and advisor which I cherished. I miss him.

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