Richard J. Hackman

Richard J. Hackman obituary

Richard J. Hackman

Richard Hackman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Stradling Funeral Home - Akron on Sep. 15, 2025.

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Richard J. Hackman, 84, of Stevens, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at The Gardens at Stevens.

He was born in Ephrata to the late Daniel and Helen (Hirneisen) Hackman and was the husband of Barbara L. Hackman.

During his working years, Richard worked on machine maintenance for Bollman's Hat Factory. In his early years, he enjoyed golf. Richard loved cars and enjoyed taking drives in the mountains. He was an avid Penn State football fan.

In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by two daughters, Lori, wife of Dan Eberhart, Jody, wife of Kent Myers; three grandchildren, Jennifer, wife of Marlin Straub, Chad Myers, companion of Kaazim Hawkins, Tonya, wife of Austin Myers; two great-granddaughters, Bailey, Raelyn; a brother, Donald, husband of Shirley Hackman and a sister, Darla Birchall.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Daniel Hackman.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10 to 11 AM, at Stradling Funeral Home, 30 North 9th Street, Akron, followed by his memorial service at 11 AM, with Rev. Brad Haws officiating. Inurnment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Richard's memory may be made to St. John's UCC, P.O. Box 37, Denver, PA 17517.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

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