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J. Jeffrey Rich Obituary
He was the son of the late Dixon R. and Barbara (Batal) Rich; beloved companion of Paula Breen; loving father of Julia Rich (Scott Klipper) and James Rich (Chloe); grandfather of Jacob and Eloise Klipper; and brother of Dixon R. Rich Jr., Nancy Longman (Mike), and the late Michael W. Rich.
Jeff loved life and lived it to the fullest. He lit up any room he entered and provided the warmest welcomes and most enthusiastic toasts imaginable. He would go out of his way to make anybody who was with him feel like the most important person in the world.
Jeff was a skilled and deeply caring cardiologist. He graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland, and worked as part of BHS Cardiovascular Consultants, providing cardiovascular services at Butler Memorial Hospital and Indiana Regional Medical Center. He was a great clinician and an extremely compassionate caregiver. His patients adored him and knew he would do absolutely everything in his power for them.
Jeff was a lifelong Pittsburgh sports fan, cheering on the Pirates, Steelers and Penguins whenever he could. He was a thoughtful, generous and loyal friend to a large and diverse group of people in Pittsburgh and beyond. Most importantly, Jeff was devoted to his family, to Paula and to his dog, Gracie, enjoying spending time with them in exciting vacation locales and in a relaxed environment at home. He was an extremely proud and loving father and doting grandfather.
RICH - The family of Dr. J. Jeffrey Rich, who died Monday, Aug. 5, 2024, will welcome friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at SCHELLHAAS & SONS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 1600 Stone Mansion Drive, Sewickley, (Franklin Park/Wexford).
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 or www.heart.org.
Please leave all condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for J. Jeffrey Rich
Connie Black
December 18, 2024
In memory of Dr. Rich IRMC lost a fantastic cardiologist his guidance and compassion for his patients was the best. Sadly missed by the Shulick,Black, Skerkavich families.
Deborah Biskin
November 5, 2024
I'm still in shock that one of my closest friends, Jeff Rich,has passed away. He was always positive even while recovering from a difficult orthopedic surgery. Godspeed
James Baxley
September 27, 2024
Dr.Rich was my Cardiologist. He got me through some tough times. Aways in good humor. Simply loved the guy. The best. Will be forever missed.RIP Dr.Rich We love you.
Catherine Kraning
September 15, 2024
Dr. Rich was my mom's cardiologist. He seemed like an anomaly as a doctor. He was meticulous in gathering info, writing everything by hand. Yet, he held my mom's hands and spoke warmly to her and encouraged her about her health issues. You usually get the mind and work ethic without the bedside manner or the opposite, but with Dr Rich you got both. I switched from my doc to see him for that reason, but alas never got to see him. God bless his family and may he rest in the peace of Christ.
Amy Seeley
August 20, 2024
So deeply saddened for his family. He was the embodiment of kindness and compassion. He was loved and he will be missed.
Bill and Sheila
August 14, 2024
My husband needed a cardiologist and we were referred to Dr. Rich. He was an extremely caring and very friendly making you feel so comfortable. RIP Dr.Rich. You will be missed.
Kathleen jesek
August 12, 2024
In memory of j Jeffery Rich love Kathleen jerk
Lillian Franceschina
August 12, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike and Cathy Schoeffel
August 10, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ronald and Carole Love
August 10, 2024
We are very sorry to hear about Dr. Rich. Dr. Rich was my Cardiologist for 20 plus years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Dr. Rich was more than a Doctor he was our friend.
Our Sincery Sympathy, Ron and Carole Love
Nick Kujbus (patient)
August 9, 2024
To the family of Dr.Rich . The good doctor was my cardiologist for the past five years , following heart valve replacement. He was a doctor with high regards from both my wife and I. What a guy . He will be sadly missed. God be with you Doc.
Nick Kujbus
August 9, 2024
To the family of Dr. Jeffrey Rich . The good doctor was my cardiologist for the last five years
Beth Culley
August 8, 2024
Dr. Rich was my mother´s cardiologist. She absolutely adored him and he was so wonderful and caring with her. My condolences to his family.
Janet & Ron
August 8, 2024
Dr Rich was a fabulous & caring doctor to my husband & I. So caring & so knowledgeable. Sending condolences to his family. He will be missed by so many. RIP Dr. Rich.
Nancy Bevan
August 8, 2024
James I´m sorry for the loss of your father
Matt Plautz
August 8, 2024
I was deeply saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Dr Rich. He was my cardiologist for over 20 years. He saved my life in 2001 with his careful diagnosis and quick thinking to have me life flighted for emergency surgery. I will forever be grateful for his sills as a physician, his easy going and good humor personality, his love of his kids, ever the while knowing that he also cared for me. I will deeply miss him. RIP Dr Rich
Dan Kristophel
August 8, 2024
My name is Dan Kristophel, I was a patient of Dr Rich. He helped me thru a rough period. I always enjoyed seeing him, the man was always upbeat and positive. I extend my deepest condolences to the family I know he will be missed. God bless you all. Rest in peace Dr Rich.
Dan Zarnick
August 7, 2024
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Dr Rich´s passing. I was a patient for the last few years and he was very helpful in taking care of me. He was a great guy and is going to be missed by many. RIP Dr Rich and my condolences to the family.
American Heart Association
August 7, 2024
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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Memorial Events
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Aug
9
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Schellhaas & Sons F.H. & Cremation Svcs., Inc. - Franklin Park1600 Stone Mansion Dr., Sewickley, PA 15143
Aug
9
Visitation
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Schellhaas & Sons F.H. & Cremation Svcs., Inc. - Franklin Park1600 Stone Mansion Dr., Sewickley, PA 15143
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