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Richard E. DeLoach

Richard DeLoach Obituary

DeLOACH

RICHARD E., age 69 of Bustleton, suddenly on January 11, 2007, following a lengthy battle with Multiple Sclerosis. U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former Thomas Publishing Co. employee. Beloved husband of 46 years of Dolores (nee Stessalavage); loving father of Donna Grace (Lawrence), Diane Friend (Richard), Katherine Thomas (James) and Carl; devoted Papa of Shaun, Emily, Kevin and Kori; brother of John (Alma). Family and friends may call Tues., 10 to 11 A.M., at THE FLETCHER-NASEVICH FUNERAL HOME, 9529 Bustleton Ave., Phila. Funeral Mass Tues., 11:30 A.M., at Maternity BVM Church. Rite of Committal Our Lady of Grace Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Great-er Delaware Valley Chapter, 1 Reed St., Ste 200, Phila. 19147.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jan. 14, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard DeLoach

20 Entries

Carl DeLoach

February 8, 2007

Pride of a Man:
I don't think that I can say that I've been more proud in the fact that you are my father. You were a young man, in the United States Marine Corps.,ready for all the world's challenges & rewards. The news from the doctors was that you may have M.S. With this news you went to Mom, your wife to be. You may or may not have known what the full outcome of the disease would be, but through an extremely non-selfish act you asked her if she still wanted to become your wife & share a life together. She obviously said yes.In 1960 both you & Mom shared in the sacrament of matrimony,& began your life together.I can only relate the next years of your life to this poem."One day at a Time". One day at a time..this is enough. Do not look back & grieve over the past,for it is gone. And do not be troubled by the future, for it has not yet come. Live in the present, and make it so beautiful that it will be worth remembering. I'll say that the next 19 years of your life was certainly living in the present & making things so extremely beautiful that they will be remembered, long into the future!I believe these years to be the most productive ones, for laying down the foundation of strength from which you gained, to carry you so eloquently through the next stages of your life. From 1979-1991 the symptoms of your disease took hold. Never wavering the "Pride of a Man" carried you to work each and every day. As a young boy this was all very normal to me. Never once thinking anything was wrong with my Dad. And to this day that sense of what I thought was normal still holds true. You were never sick and suffering, but rather gracious and loving. Your presence of a man touched more people in your lifetime than you may have ever known. Love, your son, Carl.

Jim Thomas

January 26, 2007

Hello DeLoach family,
I am so sorry for your loss.I am sure he is in a wonderful place now and watching over all of us. Even though most of the years I knew Rick he was under the grips of M.S, I hold much respect for him and your whole family in the stength you have shown dealing with such a debilitating disease. Rick and Delores raised 4 great children, one of which i am lucky enough to have married. I love you Kate and wish the whole family continued strenght in Rick's absence.

Katie Thomas

January 20, 2007

HI Daddy!
I've been thinking of you alot today. I really miss you and can't believe you're gone. I remember the little things, like the way you called me "Squeaky Kate" or your laugh. I hope you are happy. I bet you have probably already started a garden up in heaven. Please look after us all. Give us a sign that you are okay. I love you with all my heart,Daddy. I will miss you.
All my love,
Katie

Shaun Grace

January 18, 2007

Hi Papa, it's me Shaun. I miss you so much. I hope you are in Heaven with Mom Mom and having a great time.
Guess what I got on my Religion test? A 100. I just wanted to let you know since you're in Heaven and everybody's religious there. Bye Bye, talk to you soon. Love,Shaun (age - almost 10 - next month).

Kevin Grace

January 18, 2007

Papa, I love you. I miss you. I hope you are doing good in heaven. Love, Kevin Age 6

Patt Webster

January 18, 2007

Rich, Diane & Emily,
My prayers are with you and your family. Please remember, "The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart..." (Psalms 34.18). Patt

Pam Gilchrist

January 18, 2007

Dear Donna,
Thank you for personally calling to tell us about your Dad's passing.

We extend our deepest sympathy, and share your faith that he is born into eternal life, so blessed and filled with joy.

You are a joy to him, and your loving family increased his joy.

Love, Pam and Joe

Jenni Harvey

January 18, 2007

Diane and Emily (& family), So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers...may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. See you at the cold bus stop...Jenni and Brielle Harvey (& family)

emily friend

January 17, 2007

Hi this is Emily. I justed wanted to know how papa and you are. I konw it is fun up their. Do all hearts go up to heaven?? papa i will miss you.love emily age 6

Jennifer Volz

January 17, 2007

I am sorry to hear about your loss. Know my thoughts & prayers are with your family. I am sure he is above watching down on you.

diane friend

January 17, 2007

Hi Daddy,
it is honey bear. i will miss you calling me that. Please look after us. exspeacaly Emily, right now. I know that you are in a better place right now but it does not take away the pain. Who will make me read when everyone is having fun.(smile) Your are my greatest love of all. I look up to the sky and think of you. I told Emily, that you helped created this day. with the blue skies and the cold the way it should be this time of year. I hope you come bye in my dreams. I love you and I miss you.
love diane (honey bear)

Donna Grace

January 16, 2007

To my daddy - my hero. I love you and you will always be with me. You and Mommom are sharing some of that special ice cream right now and I bet a butterfly flies by every now and then. You ARE the wind beneath my wings!!

kristin deischer

January 16, 2007

Diane and family,

Diane (and family) I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know how special he was to you by the stories you shared. Not only were you lucky to have a wonderful relationship with your father, but he was lucky to have such a wonderful daughter. I'm sure not a day went by that he did not know how much you and your family cared for him. Keep all the wonderful memories of him in all of your hearts and he will always be part of your lives even if he is physically not there he will be watching from above. Thinking of you at this difficult time and wishing you peace from within.

kathleen soriano

January 16, 2007

Dear Diane,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm sorry for your sadness.

Kathy

Mona Gold

January 16, 2007

Dear Diane,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I'm sorry for your loss.

January 16, 2007

Dear Diane,

I just wanted to say I am so sorry for your loss and share my deepest sympathies with you.

I wish I could comfort your pain in some way. Please know my heart is with you in your time of grief.

Take care and be well,

Nadia

Gina Gruber

January 16, 2007

Dear Diane and Family ,
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this diffcult time.
God bless all of you.
Love Gina

Richard & Kathy Friend

January 15, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

RICH FRIEND

January 15, 2007

to a GREAT FATHER INLAW, YOU WILL BE MISSED, LOVE YOUR SON INLAW RICH.

Robyn Watson

January 15, 2007

Dear Diane and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved your Dad by how often and the way you spoke of him. Remember, that now he is whole, he has been healed and because of that thought your hearts can begin to heal as well. I pray that God will give you all strength to bear your pain and grace to accept this difficult time.

John 14:1-3 - Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.

Love and Prayers,

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