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Richard Seidel Obituary
Richard L. Seidel, 83, of Ruscombmanor Twp., passed away on April 20, 2015, in Dauphin County while attending the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors Convention.
Born in Breezy Corners, he was the son of the late Earl L. and Gertrude (Conrath) Seidel.
Richard was a graduate of Oley Valley High School, class of 1951.
Richard "Dick" Seidel retired from Carpenter Technology in 1985.
Prior to his employment at Carpenter, he was a member of the U.S. Navy from 1951-1953.
In 1972, he became Township Supervisor and Road Master of Ruscombmanor Twp., a post he held until his passing.
Mr. Seidel was inducted into the Pennsylvania Supervisor Hall of Fame in 2004. In 2005, a township park in Pricetown was named in his honor.
He enjoyed hunting in Wyoming and at his cabin in Tioga County, PA.
Richard was a founding and life member of Rusco Hunting Club of Morris, PA.
He was also a loyal NASCAR and Ford fan.
Richard will most be remembered for being a hard worker and a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Richard is survived by his wife of 62 years, Theresa R. (Essig) Seidel. Children: Dianne T. Bagenstose, wife of Herbert of Greenville, PA; Kim R. Seidel, husband of Kathy of Oley; and Michael A. Seidel, husband of Ann of Midlothian, VA. Grandchildren: Christie Straub, wife of Joel; Steven Seidel, husband of Lori; Laura Carver, wife of Joe; Alex Messner, Austin Seidel, Nicholas Seidel, and Jillian Seidel. Great-grandchildren, Trevor and Brayden. Surviving siblings: Anna Mae, Jerry, Gloria, Pat, and Barry.
He was predeceased by his siblings: Carrie, Earl N., Betty, Harold and Marvin.
A memorial service will be held at Bean Funeral Home, N. 16th & Rockland Sts., Hampden Heights, on Friday, April 24, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5-7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made payable to: c/o Richard L. Seidel Recreation Area Fund, Ruscombmanor Township, 204 Oak Lane, Fleetwood, PA 19522.
Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Seidel
Maro Adams
April 30, 2015
R.I.P.
You'll be missed by all in our township.
Doris Brown
April 28, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Seidel Family.
Marjorie (Essig) Quirin
April 27, 2015
My deepest Sympathy to you Aunt Theresa and family .My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Jodie and Mike Hoppes
April 25, 2015
Theresa and family,
I was so saddened when I heard the news of Dick's passing! Our sincerest condolences to the family! He was such a great asset to the township and will be deeply missed by many! They are going to be some very hard shoe's to fill! We always knew we were in good hands having him for our neighbor! RIP Dick!
Laura, Joe, and Brayden Carver
April 25, 2015
Forever missed but never forgotten. Rest peacefully, Pop. We love you!
Rhonda Colvin
April 23, 2015
Remembering you in this time of sorrow. May God Bless each of you.
Geoffrey Yoder
April 23, 2015
RIP Dick. Thanks for all the help with the stock cars over the years and being a good friend and great human being.
Margaret Mege
April 23, 2015
Dick will be missed by his township. He was a devoted man. Rest now your work is now done. My prayers and thoughts are with his family. We have lost our father on march 13 as well. Margaret merge ex autitor of ruscombmanor twp.
Harry Hoppes and Family
April 23, 2015
I was at the PSATS Convention, I saw Dick on Sunday always a pleasure to talk to. I was very shocked when I heard the sad news. Our thoughts and prayers with the family at this time of sorrow. He was a good person.
S. Seidel
April 22, 2015
Gonna miss ya Pop!! Rest in peace!
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