Richard P. Metzger

Richard P. Metzger obituary

Richard P. Metzger

Richard Metzger Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Homes, P.C. - Allentown on Oct. 28, 2025.

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Richard P. Metzger, 64, of Allentown, passed away on October 26, 2025 at St. Luke's Hospital, Allentown. He was the husband of MaryJane L. (Frey) Metzger and they celebrated 22 years of marriage. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Richard Paul Metzger and Barbara Louise (Wallace) Metzger. Richard was employed by CDS in Breinigsville for 26 years until retiring as a forklift operator.

Survivors: Wife; Sons, Garrett Frey and Collin Metzger; Beloved Dog, Mocha; Sister, Laura Svoboda; Brother, Joseph Metzger. Richard was predeceased by his sisters, Mary Araujo.

Services: Private. Arrangements by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Homes, Allentown, www.BKRFH.com

Contributions: Salvation Army

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Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Homes, P.C. - Allentown

1629 Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA 18102

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