Richard D. Aurand

Richie as I always called him was indeed a fine fellow. My cousin and I spent our young days fishing and carrying on.As we grew up as adults we went our different ways,I had NO idea that he was so close to where my wife and I lived. After 32 years
that had passed I was at the Stadium,A bar that Karaoke's and there he was to my delight. I had the pleasure of bringing in the new year with Richie,Susan,and his sons.
My wife{Bonnie} and I will truley miss his loving heart. God bless...

My heart goes out to you, Susan, and the family.

Our friendship with Rich goes back 30 years. When we first met we hit it off right away. Rich was the kind of man you couldn't help but like. We live in Lititz and we didn't get together as much as we would have liked but when we did, it was always an enjoyable visit.
Rich was a very forgiving man especially when I behaved unreasonably. Rich was an extraordinary human being and we
will miss him dearly. Goodbye good friend. Bob,Charlotte,Laura & Susan

I added a recent photo to the photo gallery for those of you that may not have seen him for awhile.

This past week has been difficult to accept the sudden stroke that occurred on Saturday January 7th, at 6:30 pm and took my Angel's life. It was a normal saturday as any other weekend, relaxing and watching football, etc. Little did Rich and I know that this day would forever change our lives. He was a wonderful man who would never say a negative word against anyone, even if they had done him wrong. He possessed the most wonderful qualities and morals and values that I have ever met in a...

Rich and I went to M-town HS together. He was everyone's friend. I remember when he got the Roadrunner. Always a smile and a kind word for all. He will be missed by all who knew him. God bless and keep his family.

Just heard of Rich's passing today.Rich worked with me at the State Hospital for over 10 years.We spent a lot of time together shooting darts and trying to catch fish on the river,we had good times and good laughs together.I will remember your family in my prayers.May God bless you all at this time.

Richie as a young boy spent many happy moments playing with me on his Uncle Bill and Aunt Vi's farm, he and his Mother also taught me how to Bowl. Many Saturdays were spent on the Bowling lanes together. Once we reached High School, as many times happens, our paths took us in different directions. We got busy with our adult lives and lost contact. I just learned of Richie's passing -- I will always remember the young boy with a smile. God Bless you and smile upon your face in heaven. Cheri,...