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RICHARD H. WITMAN Passed away peacefully at Arden Courts on September 7 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born on April 29, 1930, he was the son of the late Harry J. and Florence (Schuler) Witman of West Reading, PA. Dick graduated from West Reading High School in 1948 and from Albright College, Reading, PA in 1952. While at Albright he was on the basketball team and was chosen to play a college game against the Harlem Globetrotters. He entered the U.S. Army in 1952, graduated from the Artillery School, Antiaircraft-Guided Missiles Branch at Fort Bliss, El Paso, TX and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant. After serving his country, he had a career in sales at Graybar Electric Company and with his brother owned and operated D.J. Witman Oil Company. Dick and his brother also developed Loggerhead Plaza in Juno Beach, FL He was a member of Heidelberg and Berkshire Country Clubs in Berks County, PA, Ibis and Eastpointe Country Clubs in Palm Beach County. Dick served as President of the YR Club in Wyomissing, PA and as a board member of the Berkshire and Eastpointe Country Clubs serving as golf chairman for many years. Dick was predeceased by a step-sister, Lucille Stout. He is survived by his brother, Donald J. Witman (Phyllis); his former wife, Marilyn (Young) and three children, Joelyn Cvammen (The Reverend Thomas), Steve Witman and Susan Witman; his loving wife of 27 years, Barbara (DeTurck Rains); her son, Marc Rains (Amy); grandchildren, Hannah Bobrowski (Pete), Sarah Cvammen, Laura, Michelle and Melanie Witman, and Alex Rains; his great-grandchildren, Julia and Addison Bobrowski; his nieces, Jeannie Miller (Randy) and Donna Lescans (Jacque). A private family memorial service will take place in Pennsylvania. Memorial donations can be made to Alzheimer's Association, 3333 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33406. Edgley Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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October 8, 2012
Dear Barbara,
I only recently learned about Dick. I am so sorry. I have missed seeing you at Arden Courts and hearing your beautiful music. Perhaps we will see each other again at the support group which I still try to attend.
You are in my thoughts.
Louise Parsons (Don's wife from Arden Courts)
Sandy Schmehl
September 26, 2012
to Jocely, Steve and Susie--Sorry for your lost. Our prayers are with you during this sad time. As Perry said, we did have so many good times in our Shillington neighborhood. Remember the 4th of July picnics!!
Perry Schmehl
September 19, 2012
Joelyn, Steve and Susie. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I know what you must be going through since I lost my Dad last October. It is a long time ago, but we had some great times growing up early in Shillington.
Karen Severson
September 18, 2012
I am glad he is finally at peace, you are in my prayers
Stewart Mc Donough
September 16, 2012
Richard Witman family members and friends, the WRHS Alumni Association wishes to extend our sincere sympathy at this time of sorrow and loss. Fond memories will help to keep him alive in our thoughts and memories.
West Reading High School
Alumni Association
Peggy & Dick Flah
September 16, 2012
Barbara, We're thinking of you at this difficult time. I recall our pet walking & talking about Dick. I'm looking foward to future walks in late Oct. with our dogs. (Our 7 mos. Maltipoo, GG.) Good thoughts, Peggy
Vicky Snyder
September 16, 2012
Dick, You are at peace, now. You were a kind and generous man. Thank you for sharing your home with me and Glenn, many times.
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