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Richard Paul Kozy, born July 27, 1943, passed away surrounded by his loving family at the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, on September 7, 2007. He was a loving husband to Suzanne (Peters) for 39 years in August. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Stephen and Mary (Karol) Kozy. Richard was a member of St. Marys Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Allentown. He graduated from Emmaus High School in 1961. Richard worked for Mack Trucks Inc. for 38 years until retiring in 2003. He was an outdoorsman who loved spending time in his garden, and hunting mushrooms and arrowheads. He participated in the Lower Milford Horseshoe League. He will be sadly missed by his entire family. Survivors: Wife; daughter, Janice, wife of Jim Rosamalia; son, Richard, husband of Michele Kozy; grandchildren, Kylie and Zachary Rosamalia, Summer and Emma Kozy; brother, Stephen John, husband of Charlene Kozy; sister, Pamela Jean, wife of Joseph Hutzayluk; many nieces and nephews, and other family members. Services: A viewing will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Kohut Funeral Home Inc., 950 N. Front St., Allentown, with Parastas at 7:30 p.m Tuesday. A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Marys Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Fullerton and Catasauqua avenues, Allentown, with Father Myron Oryhon officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.kohutfuneralhome.com. Contributions: Donations can be made in Richards name to the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Lehigh Valley Hospital, 17th and Chew streets, Allentown, PA 18104.
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John Chorney, Jr.
September 24, 2007
DEAR Sue & Family, I'm expressing my condolences to you. I can't tell you how sorry I felt when I heard of the passing of RICH. Although I wasn't there in person to "Pay my Respects", I just wanted to let know that all of you are in my "Thoughts, and Prayers". I'll always remember the "Great Times" that RICH, and I shared pitching horseshoes at many of your family & my friends Holiday picnics. RICH will be Missed, but not Forgotten.......MEMORY ETERNAL!
Patrick Smith
September 18, 2007
Dear Kozy Family,
My condolences on the passing of Rich. I knew Rich as one of the older guys I looked up to while growing up in Emmaus. Rich was graduating high school while I just reaching in junior high. Unlike many of his friends at that time Rich seemed more ground and practical. I will always think of him driving his OLDS F85 coupe. One night in 1964 he gave me a ride home from the YMCA to Emmaus during a snow storm and save me from calling home for a ride. I just waved to him as he drove down 15th St passed the Y and he turned around and gave me a ride. It is obvious from the notes in his obit that he touched many lives. I am glad I had the opportunity to know him.
Linda Dunton
September 17, 2007
Dear Susie,
I am so sorry to hear about Richard.
All my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Beverly Wachter
September 13, 2007
Sue, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband....please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sarah Brouse
September 13, 2007
Sue,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Husband. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sue Hein (Kline)
September 12, 2007
Pam,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. I've known you from Emmaus High School and I wanted to let you know how someone so young and hardworking can leave us. I lost a brother also in 1988 and I miss him dearly. Thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Kim Horvath
September 11, 2007
Sue, Pam, and families: We are deeply saddened by Richard's passing. May the memories and love of those around you encircle you and comfort you during this difficult time.
Sue, extra hugs are being sent your way from Kathy and Carl Horvath and my husband Scott. You will remember Kathy from Zollingers and Scott from playdates with Janice.
Love, Kim, Scott and Sierra Rose Horvath
Wendi Russiano
September 11, 2007
Sue,Richie,Janice,Pam and family,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in your time of great sorrow. Only those who have lost a husband, father, brother, can know the depths of your feelings. We send you our love to give you strength to bear your sorrow.
Sincerely,
Craig and Wendi(Montz)Russiano
Kara Sklodowski
September 11, 2007
Sue & Family,
My sincere sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the priceless & many memories that you all have.
Sheri Furst
September 11, 2007
Sue, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your husband, I know exactly how you feel, be strong, have faith, and keep the memories in your heart. He is in a wonderful place watching over you. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.
cindee mehefko
September 11, 2007
Dear Sue
So sorry to read of the passing of your husband..May God be with you in your time of sorrow...
cindee mehefko
Laura Warmkessel
September 11, 2007
Janice & Family:
Although I did not know her father, I am a friend of Janice through Rodale and he must have been a fabulous man to raise such a lovely daughter and her beautiful son and daughter. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family as they journey through this difficult time.
Kareen (Renee) (Beck) Bleam
September 10, 2007
Sue and family
Your loss is painful, but the fond memories will last forever. You have my Deepest Sympathy
Pat Pluchinsky
September 10, 2007
Suzanne,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry I feel for you and your family. It will forever be engrained in my mind and heart what a beautiful couple you and Richy made. Just knowing God has blessed you both with wonderful children will keep you comforted and strong. Thinking of you, all my thoughts and prayers. Pat Bosch (Pluchinsky)
Troy and Virginia Heichel
September 10, 2007
Kozy Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Stay strong knowing you now have a very special angel to keep you safe.
Connie Kemmerer
September 10, 2007
Sue and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of you Husband and Father. You are all in my prayers.
George and Irene Opilla
September 10, 2007
Dear Rich,
We are so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. Please convey our deepest sympathy to your Mom, sister
and the rest of the family. Michael
often mentioned what a devoted and
loving father you had. God be with all of you at this sorrowful time.
Mindy and Brian Lichtenwalner
September 10, 2007
Kozy Family - You are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be sadly missed.
Pamela Wertman
September 10, 2007
Dear Sue, Pam & families:
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Pam & Joe Wertman
Susie (Derr) Knauss
September 10, 2007
Suzie, I was so sorry to hear about Richie's passing. While we have lost touch over the years, you and Richie were never far from my thoughts. My prayers are with you, not just today, but in the months to come.
Michelle Landis
September 10, 2007
Dear Sue and Family,
I was shocked to see the passing of your beloved husband and father. I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Your family is very close so may your find comfort in each other and GOD. No words can help ease your sorrow. Richard is now an angel in heaven and will watch over you forever. GOD Bless all of you...
Fred Kistler
September 10, 2007
His pleasant demeanor and his skillful horseshoe pitching will be greatly missed.
Faith Wescoe
September 10, 2007
Pam - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm here when you need me. Love, Faith
Rose Heist
September 10, 2007
Dear Richard and Michele,
Please accept our sympathy in the passing of your father and father-in-law. Our thoughts are with you.
Aunt Rose and Uncle Luke
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