Richard K. Strauss, 89, of Hellertown (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Richard K. Strauss, 89, of Hellertown died Sunday, April 19, 2020 at his home. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.

STRAUSS obituary

Richard K. Strauss, 89, of Hellertown died Sunday, April 19, 2020 at his home. He was the husband of Janice Elaine (Russ) Strauss. Richard was born in Reading on March 15, 1931 to the late Luke K. and Mabel (Kissinger) Strauss. He served our country faithfully in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Richard worked as a System Analyst at Mack Trucks, Allentown for over 25 years until his retirement. He was a former Scout Leader of Troop 19, Hellertown.

SURVIVORS

In addition to his loving wife of 63 years, last October; sons: John M. (Susan L.) of Hellertown, Richard R. (Janice S.) of Sellersville, Thomas M. (Jeanne Kunkle) of Coopersburg; and grandchildren; Eric, Taylor, Hanna, Ian, Luke and Adele. He was predeceased by a son: David M.; and a sister: Nancy Street.

SERVICE

Services will be announced at a later date. Online expressions of sympathy can be recorded at HeintzelmanCares.com. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.

CONTRIBUTIONS

In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name may be made to an animal shelter of your choosing.

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