Richard L. Ace Sr.
1934 - 2018
Richard L. Ace Sr.
1934 - 2018
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BORN
1934
DIED
2018
Richard Ace Obituary
Rick graduated from Lawrence Park High School and then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served his country in the Korean Conflict. Rick worked at Hayes Manufacturing for 15 years before driving for Erie Metropolitan Transit for 22 years. While there, he was proud to be a member and steward of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local # 568. He also served on the pension board and was the President of the EMTA Credit Union for several years. One of his proudest accomplishments was coaching his Little Gridders to the City Championship in 1965.
Besides his parents, Rick was preceded in death by three sisters and a brother.
Rick is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Linda Christoph Ace; two daughters, Valarie Moser (Chris) of Oklahoma, and Connie Ulbrich of North Carolina; six sons, Richard L. Ace, Jr. (Kim) of Arizona, James Blanchard (Patty), Jonathan Blanchard, all of Erie, Robert Ulbrich, Jr. (Nancy) of Ohio, Jim Ulbrich (Beverly) of Erie and Ronald Ulbrich (Debbie) of South Carolina. He is further survived by 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A special thank you from the family to the VNA Hospice staff, especially Leslie, Cindy, Toni, Kathy, Kate, Sue, Kathy, Laura and Marilyn for their wonderful care.
Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Road, on Tuesday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and are invited to attend a Funeral Service there on Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mark McCallion officiating. Burial will be at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Wesleyville Baptist Church at 3509 Buffalo Road Erie, PA 16510.
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Jessica Emory
February 5, 2025
Never forgotten. Miss you lots! You were an amazing person and uncle. I can't believe it's been 7 years you've been gone. I think of you often.
Jessica Emory
Lin
February 9, 2023
Rick,
Five years have passed since you were called to Heaven.
I love you and I miss you. You are my guy forever and I am your girl forever and ever I feel you when I'm alone in our quiet house. You are my Angel and my protector as always. Thank you for loving me and watching over me.
Lin
Jessica Emory
February 6, 2023
I miss you every day. You were so protective of me. You loved me. Just for me. I miss you! You were an amazing uncle to me. I never forget it.
Lin Ace
February 9, 2019
My dear Rick,
It was one year ago today that you left to be with Jesus. It has been a hard year, but you taught me to never quit, and I haven't.
I miss you every day. Your smile, your touch, your kiss, and of course your sense of humor. You kept me laughing for 43 years! I miss your fierce protection as my husband and friend. I'm so grateful that God sent you to me. I have truly been blessed. Until we meet again, remember that you can rest easy, Marine, I have the watch. I Love you more, Lin
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John Jefferson
February 13, 2018
Mrs. Ace, sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. God bless you.
Mike Klemm
February 12, 2018
Linda, Jamie, Jon and family, So Sorry for your loss! Love you all!
Kurt Wagner
February 12, 2018
Rick and family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was such a great guy! I'll always remember him driving the bus to Millcreek when we moved out there and I used to come back in town to see you. RIP Mr. Ace.
12-30-10 Rick Ace
Rich/Lynn Christoph
February 12, 2018
Linda and Family. You already know what I think of when his name comes up..too funny, great stories, never can stop laughing, magic coin tricks, birthday cakes, things made from the wood shop,mopeds, wheel-barrel rides and who can forget all the riding lawnmowers? I will miss him, I loved him much. We had some good talks about the Lord and Heaven etc.Linda, You have a gift few of us can even come close to. The way you steadfastly took car of Rick ..well it was just amazing. I want to than Jon and Jamie and others in the family that helped daily for over two yrs. and trust that the Lord has blessed you with many special memories because of that. Lv to you all, Rich/Lynn Christoph
Beverly Ulbrich
February 11, 2018
Lin, Sincere condolences to you and the family. You have your own special angel now. Prayers.
Proud of the Marine Corps
Chuck and Janet Christoph
February 11, 2018
Rick was proud of his Marine heritage and the service he gave to his country. He was proud to stand with these young Marine officers on the Marine Corps birthday 2007. Those of us who served and are serving are just as proud of him. He was a true patriot and will be sorely missed.
Chris and Dale Fairchild
February 11, 2018
Dear Linda,
As you look back on the last years, I hope that you realize how much you did for and gave to, Rick! You were a real soldier through it all, and I know your dear husband was appreciative. I know when things happen like this, many survivors who did so much for their spouses think of more that they might have done However, as you sit quietly and remember all of the days, you were right there for him!
Our last memories of Rick go back a couple years to the time of the Christoph reunion here on our 18 acres. After all of the memories were enjoyed and discussed, it was time to return to many homes across the country. Yesterday evening we were remembering Rick standing back down towards the creek and picnic area. I can easily bring that day to mind right now and see the big smile on your face, along with the words he spoke right then. "Sis, you and Dale have given us a really good time together. Everybody who came was lucky to get back to the relatives that were standing around the picnic table, maybe for the last time. As the four of us walked up the hill to the cars, Rick passed out some real hugs and thanked us again for the chance to get together. We waved until we couldn't see the folks any longer as they drove down the country road on the way to the highways.
And, Linda, you can rest assured that you did everything you could to make his last days happier than they could have been if Rick didn't have a devoted spouse, not only one who always helped, but one who gave of herself in all situations! Sit down and think about some of the times in which Rick really needed a special hug from you, and there you were to help. Always! Only God could ever understand fully what you dealt with from day to day! Stay strong, and remember we love you!
February 11, 2018
Valarie so sorry to hear about your Dad. Chris Eddinger and family
L Maas
February 11, 2018
Ace/Blanchard family, very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
February 11, 2018
Dear Linda and Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember many good times with Rick over the years at East High. Love, Mary Theiss Lyons, Stuart, FL
Jessica Christoph - Emory
February 11, 2018
Aunt Linda, Jon, Jamie, and family..my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. I have so many wonderful memories of Uncle Rick it's very hard to just choose one. He always made me feel loved..from the time I was little until grown..he was a special uncle for sure and will be dearly missed. Love you all...
Jessica, Tim, Arianna, and Tai-Shaun Emory
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