Richard C. Drey Sr.

Richard C. Drey, Sr. Richard C. Drey Sr., 79, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully January 11, 2021. He was the loving husband of 53 years to Mary Ann (Kish) Drey. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Claude “Bud” and Anna (Griesemer) Drey. Richard earned his Bachelors of Mathematics and Physics from Albright College and then taught for 2 years at Reading High School. He received a National Science Foundation Grant to go to Brown University where he earned his Masters in Mathematics. Richard became one of the first the faculty members at Northampton Community College and served for 32 years as a Professor of Mathematics. He was a fan of the Cincinnati Reds since 1950 and had coached East Allen soccer. Richard was the first Treasurer for the East Allen Twp. Volunteer Fire Dept. Survivors: wife- Mary Ann Drey; children- Elizabeth Drey Forkin and husband Keith, Richard C. Drey Jr., Nicole Drey; grandchildren- Alden, Ella, Slade and Rowan; sister- Susan Grillo and husband Philip; and niece- Angela; nephews- Michael and Anthony. He was predeceased by his brother- John Drey. A viewing will be held Saturday, January 16th 10-11AM with a Service at 11AM in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery. Contributions can be made in Richard’s memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Salvation Army care of the funeral home.