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Dr. Richard F. Wessel Jr.

1959 - 2025

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Richard Wessel Obituary

POPLAR BRANCH - Dr. Richard F. Wessel, Jr., 66, died on Monday, January 27, 2025. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m., at Coinjock Baptist Church. Arrangements by Gallop Funeral Services, Inc.

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Published by The Daily Advance on Jan. 31, 2025.

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Todd Balazs

February 8, 2025

I am sorry to hear this news. Richard was my best friend from 5th grade, through high school and at George Mason University. He made a lasting impression on me that shaped my young adult hood.

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