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Richard Rhoad Obituary

Had a winning personality

With a personality that everyone from young to old liked right off the bat, Richard was perfectly suited for a life in sales. Even those who couldn't buy from Finnaren & Haley were outspoken about how much they loved him. His career provided for his family and paid down his Sears bill.
He had a peaceful nature and a humble way that would translate into harmony in his household. Even though he was occasionally known to playfully pull family members from his will, they always had the chance to work their way back in.
He was athletically gifted: He played basketball for the Willis Air Force Base while he was in the service and bowled semi professionally. Later years found him golfing: His clubs were sometimes known to find their way into a tree. Sundays were a special day. Short of Bubonic plague he never missed Mass. Then he'd scream at the Eagles officiating and finish off the day by gathering his family to his dinner table. Richard knew to rely on the Lord. When friends and family needed help their names went on his prayer wheel. He felt he prayed his best in bed at 3 a.m.
He was raised in Philadelphia, West Catholic High School class of '48, raised his family in Sharon Hill and moved to Logan Twp., NJ in 1985.
While at a graduation party in Philadelphia, he would use his good looks to win the heart of a young Catherine Gormley. Their 57-year marriage would be blessed by 5 children, Catherine, Richard Jr., Frank, Stephen and Susan; 11 grandchildren, 8 step-grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Marie McCourt and Elaine Long.
Come celebrate 80 family centered years Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wed 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Daley Life Celebration Studio, Swedesboro, NJ. Mass of Christian Burial Wed. 10 a.m., St. Joseph's Church, Swedesboro, NJ. Donations in lieu of flowers to American Heart Assoc., 1 Union Street, #301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691-4183.

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Published by Daily Times from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2011.

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November 22, 2011

Mrs. Rhoad, Rich, Kate, Frank, Steve, and Sue.
Lou and I just heard about Mr. Rhoad, we are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Rhoad was a great example of a father to me when we were raising our children in Sharon Hill. We have many great memories and always will. We will be thinking of you and praying for you thru these upcomming holidays.
Love, Bob and Lou Noel

October 19, 2011

the quarter dick gave me when i was 6 was the first of many acts of kindness by a really nice man.he will be missed.
charles bartenbach

October 18, 2011

In the words of the wise Bruce Lee: "The key to immortality is first living a life worth remembering." :) Uncle Dick will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love, Carla & Dan

Jim Heavens

October 18, 2011

Sue and Family,

Your father was a true gentleman. Sharon and I enjoyed spending time with him and talking to him at your house during your may get togethers and parties. I know he will be missed by all of you. Sharon and I offer our deepest condolences to you, Mike and your entire family. Your father and family are in our prayers. He will never be forgotten!

Jim and Sharon Heavens

October 17, 2011

Dick was an example of how to live a kind, caring and generous life; and he always did so with a smile. He will be missed.
Helen Lynott

joe bartenbach

October 17, 2011

Really great guy, totally about being a nice human being. He will truly be missed. The world is a better place because he was here.

October 16, 2011

What a great obituary for a really great guy. It captured his personality perfectly. We sure will miss that redhead. Love, Jim & Charlene

Dan & Becky Stancliff

October 16, 2011

Saddened to hear of the loss of such a wonderful man. My heart goes out to the Rhoad family. God Bless you all

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