Greenawalt

Richard Lyman Greenawalt, 83, passed away Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, at home surrounded by his family.

Born Aug. 15, 1939, in Rimersburg, Pa., he was the son of the late Lyman and Dorothy Greenawalt.

Richard graduated from Union High School, Class of 1957. Following graduation, he joined the U.S. Army and served his country, having been stationed in Japan during the Vietnam era.

Richard was married to the love of his life, Pauline (Lucas) Greenawalt, for 50 years. They settled in East Brady for the past 44 years.

Richard was a member of Saint Patrick Roman Catholic Church in Bradys Bend. He was employed by PennDot for seven years and then worked for Penreco in Karns City for 30 years, from which he retired.

Richard enjoyed watching his children play sports when they were younger and loved cheering on his home teams — the Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins.

He enjoyed going on bus trips and spending time with his family. He had a great sense of humor and always enjoyed making others laugh. Family and friends who were fortunate to know Richard were truly blessed.

He is survived by his wife, Pauline (Lucas) Greenawalt, whom he married June 17, 1972; three children, Deborah Byerly and her husband, Michael, of East Brady, Brad Greenawalt and his wife, Monica (Magnani) Greenawalt, of East Brady, Bryan Greenawalt and his wife, Mandy (Sarver) Greenawalt, of Butler; and two siblings, Edward Greenawalt, of Rimersburg, and Judy Burns, of Texas.

Also surviving is one sister-in-law, Paula (Lewis) Lucas of Bradys Bend; seven grandchildren, Kaley, Brody, Delcan, Fontaine, Braden, Rozina and Shavon; two great-grandchildren, Kyle and Finn; and a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by two brothers, Preston and James; four sisters, Helen, Jean, Lois and Betty; and a brother-in-law, Paul Lucas.

GREENAWALT — A funeral Mass for Richard Lyman Greenawalt, who died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Patrick Church, Bradys Bend, with the Rev. Victor Baguna officiating.

Military honors and burial will follow in St. Eusebius Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of BUECHELE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, East Brady.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, those who wish to remember Richard in a special way may make a donation to the East Brady Area Ambulance Service, PO Box 325, East Brady, PA 16028.

To view or express condolences, visit www.BuecheleFuneralHome.com.

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