RICHARD BRUCE COURTNEY

RICHARD BRUCE COURTNEY Benton City, Washington Richard Bruce Courtney, age 70, departed this life on October 14, 2017. He was born February 16, 1947 in Seattle, Washington, to Charles and June Courtney. Richard attended Kennewick schools and graduated from Kenne-wick High in 1965. He excelled in football and wrestling. Rich began his career as a lineman at Benton County PUD. He became a journeyman in association with IBEW local 77. Rich boomed all over the country, from Alaska to Connecticut and many states in between. He ended his career as the power operations manager for the city of Richland, WA. Rich is survived by his soulmate, Ann Erwin, Benton City, son Wayne Heaton, Kennewick, daughter Crista Courtney, Spokane, and son Todd Courtney (wife Connie) of Port Orchard, WA. He also has numerous nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. He has two brothers, Mike Courtney (wife Karen) of Kennewick, WA and Jack Courtney of Philipsburg, MT. Rich is preceded in death by his parents Charles and June Courtney and his previous wife, Barbara Courtney. By his own request there will be no service. There will be a celebration of Rich's life on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 33004 S Gerards Road in Finley, WA. From 1-4pm. Family, friends and especially linemen are welcome!