Ref. Richard D. Anschutz

1946 - 2023

Ref. Richard D. Anschutz obituary, 1946-2023, Parker, PA

BORN

1946

DIED

2023

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H. Jack Buzard Funeral Homes, Inc. Parker - Parker

201 S. Wayne Street

Parker, Pennsylvania

Richard Anschutz Obituary

Rev. Richard D. Anschutz, 77, of Parker, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023, in the comfort of his home.
Born in Pittsburgh on Jan. 15, 1946, he was the son of the late Charles "Carl" Anschutz and Nellie Anschutz (Painter).
A graduate of Ambridge High School, he then attended and graduated from Geneva College at Beaver Falls.
A graduate of the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Richard had led several Presbyterian congregations and had more than 50 years in service. Most recently, he led the congregation of the First Presbyterian Church of Parker from 1982 until his retirement in 2013; the longest serving minister in the church's more than 100-year history.
Together with Elma Strong (Payne), he raised five sons, who survive, Jonathan (Caroline) of Mechanicsburg, Tyrel (Lindsay) of Erie, Daniel (April) of Harrisville, Christopher of Davenport, Iowa, and Peter, with whom he resided.
He is also survived by his six grandchildren, Jack, Madilyn, Jackson, Danilyn, Wyatt and Everlee; as well as two nieces and one nephew.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Brass (Anschutz).
In addition to his community involvement as a local clergyman, Richard was also a member of the Parker City Volunteer Fire Department, where he had served as Chaplain. He was also a past Parker City Citizen of the Year.
ANSCHUTZ - Visitation for the Rev. Richard D. Anschutz, who died Monday, March 6, 2023, will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday in the sanctuary of First Presbyterian Church of Parker, Washington Street, Parker, where funeral and committal services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday with the Rev. Chuck Cline, church pastor officiating.
Burial will follow at Parker Presbyterian Cemetery.
BUZARD FUNERAL HOME of Parker is assisting the family at this time.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorial donations to the First Presbyterian Church in Parker.
To view or send condolences and to send flowers and sympathy cards, visit www.buzardfuneralhomes.com.

Published by Butler Eagle on Mar. 9, 2023.
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U were the best of the best grandpa ever I miss u RIP love u

Danilyn Anschutz

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August 23, 2023

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