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Richard was a lifelong fan of Cleveland sports, a spirited golfer, and the voice behind cheerful catchphrases like "Hello Hello" and "Good Times as Always." Above all, he cherished time spent with his beloved family, where his true joy always lived.
Richard is reunited with his beloved Patricia J. Bodis (nee McDonald) in Heaven. He is the loving father of Sandi Bodis-Kovach (Jeff) and Kimberly Hall; cherished grandfather of Lyndsey Gugliotta (Joe), Chelsea Purdy (Aditya Godara), Zachary Purdy (Gina Sapio), Katelyn Knisely, Daniel Hall (Emily), Justina Crain (Isaiah), Kindric Hall, Makynzie Hall; proud great grandfather of Ali Purdy, Chase Purdy, Ava Patricia Gugliotta, Aliyah Naylor, Alexander Naylor, William Jr. Cooper, Grayson Gladen; close friend of Thomas Purdy.
Graveside Services will be at 2:00 pm, on Friday, July 25th at All Souls Cemetery (Please meet at gathering space C). Celebration of Life will be 2:00 pm, August 16th at Dudley Park, 31500 Willowick Dr, Willowick, OH 44095. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Richard, please visit our floral store.
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Lynda Hansen
Yesterday
Awww.... Uncle Dick
Sandi, Kim and families - I'm so very sorry for your loss.
What wonderful memories I have of your Dad & Grandpa. He was such a gentle soul.
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Jakubs-Waite Funeral Home
July 21, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences in this difficult time.
Joe & Donna Gugliotta
July 22, 2025
Had the opportunity to meet Richard several times and always found him to be engaging, pleasant and easy to chat with.
May his family find peace that he is now reunited with his dear wife Patricia.
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