Richard Dutkin Obituary
For nearly 40 years, Richard was the owner and operator of Dutkins' Collectables in Cherry Hill, which originated with his father Millard in Philadelphia. Until his final days, Richard continued his passion for collections. A dedicated member of the South Jersey Men's Club and in 1999-2000 received The Man of the Year Award. Richard was an active and faithful member of Congregation Beth El and took pride in sharing his love for Judaism with his family. Multiple lives will continue to be touched by Richard by his selfless act of organ and tissue donation.
Family and friends are invited to graveside services on Sunday,November 12, 2023, beginning 11:00 am at Locustwood Memorial Park in Cherry Hill. Visitation following interment. Shiva will be observed at the home of Eileen and Bernie Yaffa (412 Lavender Hill Drive, Cherry Hill) on Sunday and Monday, with an evening minyan at 6:00 pm each night. Visitors are also welcome on Monday between 1-4 pm.
Contributions in his memory may be made to Magen David Adom, supporting first responders in Israel (afmda.org) or the Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation.
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Paul Klco
November 4, 2024
My first meeting with Richard was as a Numismatic. As I became more involved with coins, we became friends. I truly miss Rich and Gale.
Gregg Metternich
December 12, 2023
I first found out about his molds in the early 1990s, fresh out of college. I thought that I'd wandered on to Castings but no! All new molds. I ordered regularly and looked forward to new releases at Christmas. I met him personally first at the East Coast Show and then in Chicago in the late 1990s. He was great fun, friendly. At the East Coast Show, his booth was next to a guy who sold Russian wooden bears, which my wife bought, and the last year Rich went, the guy was not planning on being there next year. At my request, Rich went to the booth, paid for the "new release bear" for which I reimbursed him and included in his next package. He, Gale, and Lois were fun to meet and talk. If you want to see how far he came, go to the Internet Archive and search for Dutkins.com. The first hit on there is in 1997, pretty early on for the 'net. The WW2 molds number about 25. When you look at the Dunken site, you'll see the WW2 molds number 214!! As my wife Becky pointed out, this was due to my, and ALL OF OUR purchases and interest. We will never see that breadth and depth again. Ever. I've loved talking casting, molds, figures with him. His catalogue was the highlight of the year. I'd visit his website all the time, knowing exactly where each line ended and when the photos advanced, I knew there were new molds. Even now, 30 plus years, removed from my first order, casting with his molds is my solace on the weekends. He and his family have touched my life forever.
lee weinstein
November 14, 2023
i remember growing up and going to see him and his parents for years. fond memories. rest in peace. lee Michael Weinstein
Susan Horowitz
November 12, 2023
Richie was a beloved brother-in-law. We celebrated so many family events and vacations together. Some of the most memorable were the Brown family cruises to Florida and Cancun, and a week the Nevele in the Poconos during the first year of my marriage to Henry. I loved being part of the wonderful Brown family and will always cherish our many meals together, January-February birthday celebrations, Passover, led by Richie to the bitter end, and his playful teasing. Richie was warm, fun-loving, and valued his family most of all. I will miss his famous charburgers, our shared love of Judaism and Safam, and his kindness and devotion to all. You will be remembered with love.
Susan Horowitz (formerly Brown)
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Don Weisenstein
November 11, 2023
Many years ago, I brought my PRICELESS baseball card collection to Rich (Rico) for him to appraise. After a thorough examination of my cards, he informed me the most valuable part of my collection was the 30 year old GUM. RIP my friend. Don Weisenstein
Paul Klco
November 11, 2023
A good friend - a proud Grandfather
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