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1954
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2021
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Willard Richards Obituary
Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Brenda; son, Randy L. Mack and his wife, Jill of Palmerton; niece, Jennifer Henry and her husband, Levi of Grand Junction, CO; nephews, Clayton Richards and his wife, Heidi and their children of Craig, CO, Bill Richards and his wife, Nicole and their children of Santa Fe, TX; predeceased by a brother, Jeffrey C. Richards.
Service: A memorial service will be held 11:00 am. Saturday, January 8, 2022 at St. John's Episcopal Church, 365 Lafayette Avenue, Palmerton, PA. Family and friends may pay their respects from 10:00 am. – 11:00 am. Saturday in the church. Interment will follow the service the following day at Towamensing Cemetery, Palmerton. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc, in Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Episcopal Church of Palmerton and/or the Carbon County Animal Shelter both in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.
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Brenda and Rick Walck
December 25, 2022
Merry Christmas our friend! Still missing our talks, your laugh and your friendship! We think of you often! Love ya!!
Wendy & Fred Martinez
January 11, 2022
One more great guy, taken too soon. In the few years we knew Bruce, it was always a pleasure to have a conversation, no matter what it was about, Bruce always made it easy to be yourself. We're gonna miss those conversations at the next get together, but most important, we're going to miss you! Our sincere condolences to Brenda & the family.
Kevin Choy and Linda Himmelberger
January 8, 2022
So sorry to hear about Bruce. My condolences to Brenda and the family. Will never forget the concerts, Eagles games, Iron Pigs games, as well as just hanging out. His specialty was stupid jokes! Will always cherish those memories. RIP Spundi.
Sandy Lower Benson
January 8, 2022
Bruce was a classmate from the PAHS Class of '72. I got to know him better after he and I both retired while I was volunteering at the church and running into each other while out on walks, at Country Harvest or in the park for some special event. He was a very special guy. Bruce so glad our paths crossed in this walk of life. My deepest sympathies to your family as your presence will be greatly missed by so many. Thanks for the memories and God Bless.
Denise Amill
January 7, 2022
My sincere condolences to Bruce's Family - I had so much fun in the 80's with Bruce and the Captives - Greatest times ever - I wish you peace Bruce, thank you for the memories....Denise
Kim B
January 5, 2022
Deepest Sympathy to the Richards family. I will forever remember dancing at the Captives gigs, the monster mash at the Halloween parties, and Bruce's laugh. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Maryann Orach
January 4, 2022
When I heard of Bruce´s passing I thought Bruce.....no way, but it is true. When I seen him in July it was so nice to catch up and hear how good life was going after retirement. I didn´t work closely with Bruce but always loved to go see The Captives when they played. He will be truly missed and my heart goes out to his family.
Dave Roberts
January 4, 2022
Bruce, I’m gonna miss all of our driveway chats about sports, guitars, and hot rods. You were the most excited person when I showed up with the S-10 project (everyone else rolled their eyes lol). You said you absolutely LOVED those little trucks. When it’s finished, I’m gonna do the biggest burnout in your honor!!! Rest easy.
ted naratil
January 3, 2022
made alot of noise with bruce over many years. wish we could have made alot more. rip big guy.
Bonnie Lee Muslin
January 3, 2022
My sincere condolences to Brenda and the Richards family. Bruce was a good man. He was such a great help to me when my brother passed away a few years ago. I will never forget his kindness. I know he was a good friend to my brother and I'm sure to many others. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Wendy Borger
January 3, 2022
Deepest sympathy to the family. Bruce was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him. He will be missed. Prayers for comfort.
Nancy and Jason Burke
January 3, 2022
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. We became acquainted with him when he was playing with The Captives. He was a very talented musician and performer, who was an all-around great guy. I have a feeling he is already playing with some of the all time great musicians in heaven. May God grant peace and comfort to his family. May his memory live forever in your hearts until you are reunited. Rest in Peace Bruce, you are missed!!
Rod & Mil Kleintop
January 3, 2022
Sending our condolences to Brenda and all the Richards’ family in the loss of our good friend Bruce. We have many great memories of times spent together, from New Year’s Eve, parties, seeing Bruce downtown and talking to him, at “Kleinfest”, and when he would stop by our house on his trips to the Service Team. There was always mention of the furry members of our families too. We will miss seeing him and his friendly smile and will cherish those memories always.
Caris Grim
January 3, 2022
Brenda and family, I can´t believe he is gone. What a great neighbor to my parents .... are hearts are broken.
Rick Valentine
January 3, 2022
My condolences go out to Brenda and the Richards family. I worked with Bruce at Blue Ridge Cable. I remember Bruce's sense of humor and his willingness to help anyone who needed it. I'm a better person having know Bruce. Gone too soon my friend. Rest in piece Big Rig.
Brenda Walck
January 3, 2022
The first time I met Bruce was when he 'strutted' in the office at Blue Ridge Cable for his interview. Wearing a suit and acting all cool, I thought to myself 'this one's gonna be good'! Over time, Bruce was just another cable guy, but when he was grumpy, without fail he would call to apologize...affectionately calling me Bren. I was his biggest fan when the Captives played, rounding up coworkers and friends to go see him. He couldn't wait to tell me he learned Wooly Bully...the greatest song of all time (in his words!). Anyone who knows that song, knows it doesn't have many words in it, yet he never got it right! I would be dancing and singing along (to the right words) and he'd look at me and we'd laugh. Those were some great times for sure. I signed this as a coworker, however I would consider Bruce more of a friend to me, as we kept in touch even after he retired. The last time I saw him was when he was at our party in September, 2021. The Band of Brothers played and allowed Bruce and Daryl to sit in, playing a few songs...one of them being Wooly Bully :) We had a blast that day. I can't believe he's gone...this one hurts...but I will always hold those memories close to my heart. RIP my dear friend.
Wayne A Grim
January 3, 2022
Brenda,
Our condolence on the passing of Bruce. We always enjoyed our conversations with the "neighbors". Bruce was a great neighbor. He will truly be missed.
Brian, Hope, Caris and Wayne
Susan Roberts Bolash
January 2, 2022
My heart goes out to the Richards’ family. I remember fondly Bruce always greeting me first with a big smile after a long ride north to visit my brother. I remember the kindness he showed my nieces and nephew and their children! This is so hard to believe and accept that a truly good man was taken too soon. My sincere sympathy to ALL who loved him! Hearts are broken!
Peter Naab
January 2, 2022
My condolences to the Richards family. I use to jam with Bruce as a drummer and it was fun playing with him. If I recall he played with a telecaster guitar and Fender amp.
Thanks for being a dedicated musician and a cool person to play cover tunes with.
Mel and Marianne Stevens,
January 2, 2022
So sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. We would often see him during our walks through town and stop to chat. Will remember all the years we got to enjoy Bruce as a talented musician.
Deb Craig
January 2, 2022
Such a gentle man. Always so kind and outgoing when ever I would see him helping at St Johns. God's peace to you and your family young man. Many will miss you I'm sure.
Rick Walck
January 2, 2022
Bruce and I were born one day apart. We both enjoyed a passion for music and played guitar in various bands along the way. We were both "cable guys" at Blue Ridge Communications. We both married a Brenda Lee. I consider him my "brother from a different mother". I'll always remember reminiscing the experiences we had playing at different bars etc. over the years. If there's a rock and roll heaven, I know they have a hell of a band! Rest in Peace my friend.
Paul & Diane Snyder
January 2, 2022
Dear Brenda, Randy and Jill,
We hold you close in thought and prayer with Bruce´s passing.
What a great neighbor and all around nice guy.
We will miss our chats and waves during routine walks. He always had a nice word and a laugh to share.
May the memories God has blessed you with bring you comfort until you meet again.
Karen Schaffer McEnheimer
January 2, 2022
So sad to hear that Bruce had passed away. He was a fellow classmate and always such a good person. May he Rest In Peace. My condolences to his family. Prayers lifted.
Gene Yanick
January 2, 2022
I will always remember the many great years Bruce and I had playing in bands together.
Joe Evans
December 31, 2021
Bruce will be missed by everyone who knew him
Fred & Gloria Rentschler
December 31, 2021
Bruce was a great friend who loved his family, church and his country. We were truly honored to volunteer our time helping Bruce maintain St John’s Episcopal church. Our time together was not nearly enough, but we always shared a lot of laughs every time we met.
We will truly miss him.
Vicky Holland
December 31, 2021
my heartfelt condolences to Bruce's family. May he RIP
Vyolet Albano
December 31, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I am so sorry for your loss. He will live on in our hearts.
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