Richard G. York

Richard G. York, 85 years of age, of Coaldale, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, as a guest of Maple Shade Senior Living in Nesquehoning.

Born Tuesday, December 3, 1935 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania the son of the late Theodore, and Helen(King) York. He was also predeceased by;his beloved wife, Dorothy C. (Lewis) York in 1996; brother, Theodore York.

Surviving are;daughters, Felicia Porambo wife of Frank of Lansford, Susett A. Baddick wife Robert of Coaldale, Carolyn G. Capps wife of Mark of Allisonia, VA; son, Rick Yorkof Pottsville; grandchildren, Karly, Lacey, Eli, Taylor, Paige, Jason,Andrew; great grandchildren, Kaylee,Kory, Sage, Lucy.

A graduate of Coaldale High School, Richard served honorably first in the United States Navy, and then in the United States Air force. A retiree of United Airlines Richard had over 30 years of service at Philadelphia International Airport. In retirement,Richard ferried cars for Rottet Motors of Tamaqua. An active member of St. Mary's Orthodox Church of Coaldale, Richard was a Past President, and served as Sexton for many years. Richard enjoyed traveling, liked his cars, and was dedicated to the Flag.A more devoted pop would be hard to find.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570)668-2550 A Funeral service will be at 10:30 AM on Saturday June 19, 2021 from St. Mary's Russian Orthodox Church located at 217 First Street Coaldale, Pennsylvania 18218, Rev. James Weremedic to celebrate. Friends will be received in church from 9:30 A.M. until time of worship.

Interment with Military Honors to be bestowed, Sky-View Memorial Park, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.

Memorials in his name to:St. Mary's Orthodox Church
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com