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Richard Winn Obituary
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Joseph and Cecelia Fritz Winn. He was a member of St. Peter's Cathedral and a graduate of Scranton Technical High School, class of 1958. He was employed by the University of Scranton as head of off-campus housing and maintenance. He was a member of Nativity Social Club and the 20th Ward Social and Athletic Club.
Surviving are a son, Richard J. Winn Jr. and wife, Debra; a former daughter-in-law, Michele; and grandchildren, Amber, Ricky and David Winn, all of Scranton.
He was also preceded in death by a son, David; and two brothers, Lawrence and Joseph.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Peter's Cathedral, Scranton, by the Rev. Philip Altavilla, pastor. Inurnment in Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst.
Friends may call at the church Friday from 8:30 to 9:30 Mass time.
To leave an online condolence, visit www.augusthaas funeralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
jack and Audrey Winn
June 24, 2013
Dear Winn Family, Jack and I are so sorry for your loss your dad was a great guy and one of the only cousins we had any contact with before me moved out of the area our prayers and thoughts are with your family
Kathylee Johnson RN BSN
June 21, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Your dad used to come into George's diner a lot. He was a nice man. Ricky, I went to school with you.. Again, sorry for your loss.
michael garvey
June 21, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Dennis Ross
June 18, 2013
ower prays are with you ly
June 18, 2013
Ricky and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Please let us know if you need anything.
Vinny and Lisa Deemer
Keith and Mimi Williams
June 18, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Uncle was agreat guy and always made me smile and laugh. Keith and Mimi Williams (Mary Ann Dombrowski)
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