Photo courtesy of Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc - Village of Johnson
Bangor, Pennsylvania
Nov 10, 1954 – Mar 15, 2023
Richard A. "Rich" Butler, 68, of. Bangor, PA passed away Wednesday, March 15th, at St. Luke's Hospital - Anderson Campus, Easton, PA.
Rich was born in Paterson, NJ on November 10, 1954, a son of the late Albert "Dick" and Frances (Gass) Butler.
He was the husband of Sandra L. (Lantz) Butler. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past February.
Rich was employed as a Regional Planning Manager at DSM - the former Hoffman LaRoche in Belvidere, NJ., retiring in December of 2022. Known as G-pa to his grandchildren he most enjoyed spending time with his wife and family who will greatly miss him. He loved traveling with his wife Sandy, the couple having taken Rich’s bucket list trip last year to Iceland. He also loved cycling and was an avid reader.
He was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Bangor, PA and past President of the Church Council.
In addition to his wife, Sandy, Richard is survived by two daughters, Stephanie D. Steele, wife of James; Colleen M. Sedora, wife of Brian; a son, Evan R. Butler, and his fiancée Jennifer Payne; 3 brothers: Bruce Butler, Robert Butler, Donald Butler and 2 sisters: Linda Butler and Sandra Gallant, and 3 grandchildren: Camryn and Erin Sedora, and Genevieve Butler.
Service is private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., "Village of Johnsonville", Bangor, PA. Online condolences may be offered at gaffneyparsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 2445 Lake Minsi Drive Bangor, PA 18013.
Read MoreRich and I were so surprised to learn of Richard´s passing. You have our sincere sympathy. We will remember him fondly.May he rest in peace and God Bless the family.
Jackie & Richard Griffin
May 09, 2023
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Your running friends
April 20, 2023 | Bethlehem, PA
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Ms Karla Lane
April 17, 2023 | Bangor, PA
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DR TIMOTHY TEST
April 10, 2023 | Bethlehem, PA
My condolences to the Butler family. Rich was always an individual who "never gave up" without giving 110% of himself. It was obvious to me that he was a Christian by the way he lived. His leadership commanded respect and honor. He taught me more than I could ever say. I would often talk to him about almost anything and feel closer to a solution. His sense of humor was excellent and applied when needed! I once asked him what the secret word was. After a pause, I responded, sense, it´s not so...
David Carhart
April 01, 2023 | Work
My Sincere Condolences to Rich's Family and friends after hearing about Rich's Passing. Rich was a huge part of my early integration into DSM as someone with no experience. He always took the time to explain to me the in's and out's of the products and process as a whole but most importantly, he was always available to help and to catch up about life and give reassurance of a job well done. I will miss our talks and his overall great perspective on life. Upon his retirement, he was super...
Karwyn Artola
March 30, 2023 | Coworker
I am saddened to learn of Rich's passing. He was a colleague at DSM and I learned so much from him anytime we worked on a solution together and he was always kind, patient and personable. Sending sincere condolences to Rich's family and friends.
Kaitlyn Villacorta
March 29, 2023 | Coworker
So sorry to hear of Rich´s passing. Our condolences to the family. I worked with Rich for many years. Great guy and good friend. Sail on Rich. Al & Gwen Miller
Al miller
March 27, 2023 | Work
Sandy - we were stunned to read of Rich's passing. Sending you and the family hugs of comfort and prayers of sympathy and support. We always enjoyed hanging out with you both when we had our APICS dinners.
Larry and Pam McNamee ❤
Pamela McNamee
March 26, 2023 | Bethlehem, PA
