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RICHARD GERMAN Obituary

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GERMAN RICHARD H. "RICH"

Age 68, of Glenshaw, unexpectedly, on Monday, April 1, 2019. Beloved husband of Nancy (Kelly) German; loving father of Harley and Patrick German; dear brother of William (Monica) German and the late Robert (Anne) German; brother-in-law of Maureen (Dominick) Gonzalez, Jack Kelly, and Thomas Kelly; son-in-law of Dorothy Kelly; proud uncle of Christopher, Laura, Benjamin, Erin, Kelley, Matthew, Chelsea, Liliane, Joshua, and Sarah. Rich was a graduate of North Catholic High School and Dartmouth College where he was a member of Sigma Theta Epsilon fraternity. He was the first Eagle Scout of St. Bonaventure Troop 560 and later became Scout Master of Troop 560. He was a lifelong member of St. Bonaventure church where he served as a Eucharistic Minister for over 25 years and was a member of their golf league. Rich loved to ski with a special fondness for the mountains of Colorado. He had a talent for fixing things: nothing was tossed aside before Rich tried his hand at repairs. He was passionate about reading and 'How To' videos on YouTube. Rich will be remembered for his kindness, compassion and keen sense of humor. Friends will be received on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Bonaventure Church, Glenshaw, on Saturday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Bonaventure Church or to The Boy Scouts of America.

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April 10, 2019

Nancy,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Rich from so long ago when you first married!
It is with great sadness that I think of you now but know that the coming days will hopefully bring with them healing and even joy at his memory!
Hug your beautiful boys for me!

Thinking of you Nance....
Love, Kim Culpepper (Haldeman/Maust)

April 7, 2019

So sorry for your loss Nancy! We just heard of it this morning in church. Rich was an awesome man that we were happy to have shared many memories with. Please know our thoughts & prayers are with you, Harley & Patrick.

Don & Maureen McCamey

April 5, 2019

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Moira Cleary

Nancy, I just heard about Richard's sudden passing from Charlie today (Friday). I am so sorry for your, Harlans' and Patricks' loss. It seems like the good go too early. Richard was always there with a smile and a joke and a laugh. Such a sweetheart to all that knew him. Again I must say I am in shock and if there is anything I could or can do.. just ask

April 5, 2019

Dear Nancy, Harley and Patrick

I am so sorry for your loss. It seems the good ones go so early. Richard was always so welcoming to all and easy with a laugh.

April 5, 2019

Dianne Kirsopp

Dear Nancy, Harley and Patrick. Please accept my condolences for the loss of Richard, your dear husband and father. I was so sorry to learn that such a wonderful and compassionate person was taken from us.

He will be remembered for his dedication to his family, friends, the Boy Scouts and his church. He accomplished much in his life and the legacy he leaves touches everyone with warmth and sometimes his wry humor.

He and those who knew him will find an emptiness in their hearts, but in time will hopefully fill it with wonderful memories.

April 5, 2019

Anne Little

I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.

April 4, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Colleen & Bruno Petrilli

April 4, 2019

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April 3, 2019

Maureen Gonzalez

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April 3, 2019

Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of your dear loved one. 1 Corinthians 15:26 id

April 3, 2019

Frank Cannetti

Dear Nancy and family. We were shocked to learn of Rich's death which was posted at St Bonaventure when we were leaving adoration yesterday. While I did not know him well, he was always a faithful EM and very cordial each time we met. Our Love, thoughts and prayers are with him, you and all of your family. Love Frank and Mary Ann.

April 3, 2019

Phil Marcus

Nancy,
I was so shocked and sorry to learn of Rich's passing. I have fond memories of our days many years ago at HHC. I've thought of you both over the years.
Sincerely,
Phil Marcus

April 3, 2019

John Schaefer & Family

We are all so shocked and sorry to hear of Rich's passing. I will personally miss him, his positive attitude and wry humor. He was a very good person. May God grant you comfort in knowing how much our community will miss him.

April 3, 2019

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JoEllen and Mickey Norde

We can only begin to imagine the sense loss Nancy, Harley and Patrick feel at the passing of such a warm and wonderful man. There are no words, that can adequately express our heartfelt sympathy. There is only our love and grateful hearts for having the honor of knowing and calling Rich our friend.

April 3, 2019

Katherine Scheuerman

My deepest sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

April 3, 2019

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April 3, 2019

Debbie Lovell

Dear Nancy and family,

May the love and support of your family and friends get you through this difficult time of sorrow. One day your tears will turn into fond memories of a great husband and father.

With all of our love,

Debbie and Steve Lovell

April 3, 2019

May God sustain the family during this time of great comfort. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

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