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Richard Sumney Obituary

Richard Eugene "Dickie" Sumney, 78, of Canonsburg, peacefully passed away at home on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 with his family by his side. He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Diane Sumney for 56 wonderful years, his two sons, Richard (Rita) and Robert (Melissa); his grandchildren Isabella, Brandon, Alexa, Seth, and Shawn; his great-grandchildren, Theia and Luna; and his sister, Donna Koehler. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lois Koehler. Richard was a graduate of Canon Mac High School in 1963. He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He also served his community as an Eagle Scout and volunteered greatly at his church as an Elder and Deacon. Richard was also a volunteer at the VFW Ambulance Service in Canonsburg for many years. He always enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. Most of all, Dickie enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family. He will be dearly missed by all. Funeral arrangements by Beinhauer. Friends and Family are welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 11 a.m. until time of memorial service at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Inurnment to follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with the rendering of full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Gateway Hospice, 601 Technology Dr., Suite 120, Canonsburg, PA 15317, for the exemplary care and support given to Richard and his family. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com

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Published by Observer-Reporter from Oct. 25 to Oct. 27, 2024.

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Roberta Petro

November 1, 2024

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. I knew him from school, he was my classmate and we graduated together in the Class of 1963. He also knew my husband, Jim. Condolences go out to his family. May he Rest in Peace.

Carolyn Golick Gesselberty

October 29, 2024

I am so sorry to hear of Dicks passing. So many wonderful memories of him, my dad and all the guys down at the ambulance service. The picnics the ambulance calls. Your all in my thoughts and prayers. he was a great man.

Linda Barr zconnor

October 28, 2024

My sympathy to you and your family. Keeping you in my thoughts. Linda Barr Connor.

Judy Keron

October 26, 2024

So sorry for your loss

Dennis

October 26, 2024

WELCOME HOME AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

Donna Livolsi

October 26, 2024

So sorry to see that Richard passed away. He accompanied me on a trip to the hospital back in the 60's and I never forgot his compassionate attitude. May he Rest in Peace.

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