Richard C. Risk

Richard C. Risk obituary, Quarryville, PA

Richard C. Risk

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Little Britain Presbyterian Church

255 Little Britain Church Road, Peach Bottom, PA 17563

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Richard Risk Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dewald Funeral & Cremation Services Inc on Oct. 27, 2025.

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Richard C. Risk, 89, of Quarryville, entered into rest on Monday, October 27, 2025, at his home. Born in Quarryville, he was the son of the late Donald C. and Hazel (Wesley) Risk. He was the loving husband of Jean (Jackson) Risk who preceded him in death just over 48 hours prior.
Dick was a carpenter his entire life and was the owner/operator of Risk Construction Co. for over 25 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed spending time at the cabin and the beach house on the Chesapeake Bay. He was also a life-member of Little Britain Presbyterian Church.
He is survived by his sons, Barry, husband of Laurie Risk and Daniel Risk; 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Also surviving is a brother, Paul Risk.
A Memorial Service for Richard and Jean will take place at Little Britain Presbyterian Church, 255 Little Britain Rd., Peach Bottom, PA on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The family will greet friends at the church from 10-11:00 a.m. Traditional interment will be private in the adjoining cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Little Britain Presbyterian Church or to Hospice and Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.
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Upcoming Events

Nov

8

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Little Britain Presbyterian Church

255 Little Britain Church Road, Peach Bottom, PA 17563

Send Flowers

Nov

8

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Little Britain Presbyterian Church

255 Little Britain Church Road, Peach Bottom, PA 17563

Send Flowers