Rick R. "Ricky" Rishel

Rick R. "Ricky" Rishel obituary, Uledi, PA

Rick R. "Ricky" Rishel

Upcoming Events

Mar

17

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Hopwood Funeral Home

1189 National Pike, Hopwood, PA 15445

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 22 hours left for delivery to next service.

Rick Rishel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Donald R. Crawford Funeral Home - Hopwood on Mar. 15, 2026.
Rick R. "Ricky" Rishel, of Uledi, PA, passed away on Saturday March 14, 2026, at his home, at the age of 67.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years Roberta (Casteel) Rishel; daughter Rebecca "Becky" Howell and husband Mike of Uniontown; son Matthew "Matt" Rishel and wife Angie of Uniontown; grandchildren Morgan Rishel-Pierno and husband Hunter, Kayla Howell, Matthew Rishel, Delaney Rishel, and Brynlee; great-grandchild Colsen; brothers Gary Rishel and wife Margie of Markleysburg and Greg Rishel of Uniontown; sisters Karen Amandola of Irwin and Dawn Dressel and husband Ralph of Uniontown; and many nieces and nephews

Rick was a graduate of Laurel Highland High School class of 1977. He was the owner/operator of Triple R. Energy with his son Matt. He also worked for several years at Coolspring Stone and was an inside salesman for 25 years with Berry Bearing and Motion Industries.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Audrey (Shipley) Rishel; brothers Larry Rishel, Dexter Rishel, Randy Rishel, Craig Rishel; and sister Beth Ann Rishel-Gordon.

He was a member of Messmore Gun Club, Hutchinson Sportsman Club, and Wharton Gun Club. He greatly enjoyed driving trucks and keeping his yard mowed and looking nice.

Visitation will be held in the DONALD R. CRAWFORD FUNERAL HOME, HOPWOOD on Tuesday March 17 from 3-8pm. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to a charity or local food bank of your choice in his honor.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rick R. "Ricky" Rishel, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

People and places connected with Rick
How to support Rick's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Rick Rishel's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Upcoming Events

Mar

17

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Hopwood Funeral Home

1189 National Pike, Hopwood, PA 15445

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 22 hours left for delivery to next service.