Richard L. Schutz, 81, of Hellertown (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Richard L. Schutz (1945 – 2026)

Richard L. Schutz, 81, of Hellertown, passed away peacefully on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, at Arden Courts of Easton. Born in Allentown on Nov. 13, 1945, Richard was the son of the late Charles Anthony and Irene (Porubic) Schutz. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he was employed as a laborer in the construction industry. He dedicated 25 years of service to Laborers’ International Union Local 472 in New Jersey and was also a member of Laborers’ International Union Local 158 in Pennsylvania. Through his years of hard work, Richard demonstrated the dedication and commitment of a generation that took pride in an honest day’s work.

SURVIVORS

He will be lovingly remembered by his best friend, Alice Totenbier, of Hellertown; and his sister, Mary Schutz, of Allentown. He was predeceased by brothers: Rudy, Charles and Fred.

SERVICES

Private services will be held at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, where Richard will be laid to rest with the dignity and honor befitting a veteran of the United States Army. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown. Online expressions of sympathy can be shared at Heintzelmancares.com.

CONTRIBUTIONS

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choosing.