Charles "Wally" T. Richards
Died: Feb 12, 2013
Charles "Wally" T. Richards, age 88, of Portland, PA., previously from Hackettstown, NJ where he lived for 48 years, died Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at home. Charles was born January 27, 1925 in Dover, NJ. He is the son of the late Russell and Mary (O'Melia) Richards. He was predeceased by his wife, Constance (Caouette) Richards in 1997.
He was employed by Westinghouse, Succasunna, NJ in the shipping department as a warehouseman.
Charles proudly served in the United States Marine Corps (1942-1946) in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre during WW II. He participated in active operations against the enemy at Leyte, Philippine Islands, Tutuila, American Samoa; Kauai, Hilo; Pearl Harbor and Funafuti, Nanumea, Ellice Is. (where he was under enemy attack). After his discharge he returned home to his family and then reinlisted (1948-1951) during the Korean War. He participated in the Wonsan-Hungnam-Chosin campaign, Northern Korea; against enemy forces in South and Central Korea. Charles then returned home where he enjoyed hunting, liked to do gardening, watching football and was a member of the Senior Citizens of Hackettstown, NJ.
He is survived by a son Wayne and his wife Mary Richards, Hackettstown, NJ; three daughters Carol Garity, East Bangor, PA.; Linda and her husband Hubert McHugh, Portland, PA., Diana Banashefski, Stroudsburg, PA.; daughter in law, Clara Richards, Blairstown, NJ;12 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; predeceased by a son, Ronald Richards.
Calling hours will be Friday, February 15, 2013, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840
The funeral will be held 11:30 AM on Friday, February 15, 2013 at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. Burial will be in Hackettstown Union Cemetery, Hackettstown, NJ
Online condolences may be sent to www.cochranfuneral.com
He was employed by Westinghouse, Succasunna, NJ in the shipping department as a warehouseman.
Charles proudly served in the United States Marine Corps (1942-1946) in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre during WW II. He participated in active operations against the enemy at Leyte, Philippine Islands, Tutuila, American Samoa; Kauai, Hilo; Pearl Harbor and Funafuti, Nanumea, Ellice Is. (where he was under enemy attack). After his discharge he returned home to his family and then reinlisted (1948-1951) during the Korean War. He participated in the Wonsan-Hungnam-Chosin campaign, Northern Korea; against enemy forces in South and Central Korea. Charles then returned home where he enjoyed hunting, liked to do gardening, watching football and was a member of the Senior Citizens of Hackettstown, NJ.
He is survived by a son Wayne and his wife Mary Richards, Hackettstown, NJ; three daughters Carol Garity, East Bangor, PA.; Linda and her husband Hubert McHugh, Portland, PA., Diana Banashefski, Stroudsburg, PA.; daughter in law, Clara Richards, Blairstown, NJ;12 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; predeceased by a son, Ronald Richards.
Calling hours will be Friday, February 15, 2013, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840
The funeral will be held 11:30 AM on Friday, February 15, 2013 at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. Burial will be in Hackettstown Union Cemetery, Hackettstown, NJ
Online condolences may be sent to www.cochranfuneral.com
Condolences:
Phil & Donna Siconolfi and family
#9
February 16th, 2013 7:42 pm
Unfortunately, we did not see this posting until today, 2/16, and were unable to express our condolences in person. As a former neighbor to "Wally" on Mitchell Road, we have some wonderful memories of his kindness and his great storytelling. He was a great man! Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and your family. Many blessings on your journey back to Connie, "Wally".
Paul & Robin Wallace
#8
February 14th, 2013 9:56 pm
Robin & I are very sorry to hear of Mr. Richards passing.
We pray God's comfort on you all in this time of Morning.
Again we are very sorry for your loss
Paul & Robin Wallace
Former of Kenwood Village Hackettstown
Boynton Beach Florida
Allan and Linda Gross
#7
February 14th, 2013 7:04 pm
So sorry for your loss. Wally was a sweet man, he reminded me of my own dad. May he rest in peace.
Bruce Yetter
#6
February 14th, 2013 7:59 am
REST IN PEACE OLD FRIEND! Glad I was able to speak with you before your journey. Know you and Connie and Joan are watching over Mitchell rd.
Kiedes Family
#5
February 13th, 2013 9:23 pm
Wally, you were a great neighbor. Rest in peace.
Trish (Fagan) Herbert
#4
February 13th, 2013 3:41 pm
Richards Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. He was a kind and sweet man and I have great memories of him while I was growing up. I remember him sitting in his chair outside in the summers and always talking to me. My prayers and good thoughts are with you all at this time.
Trish Fagan
Pat and Bill Fagan
#3
February 13th, 2013 3:18 pm
Wayne, Carol,Linda, and Diana, Special Condolences to our great former neighbor. We are in Florida and unable to come to the services. Pat and Bill Fagan
Nick and Connie Bencivengo
#2
February 13th, 2013 11:55 am
Wayne & Family, Connie and I are so sorry of your Dad's Passing.We are in Florida until next week and regret we can't make the services for your Dad. Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you. Nick & Connie
Jim Bencivengo & Jenney (Wife)
#1
February 13th, 2013 11:48 am
Wayne and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We can't attend the services as we are in Florida and are not scheduled to be back in New jersey until next week. God Bless You and your family at this sad time. Jim & Jenney Bencivengo
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