He was born September 12, 1942, in Ashtabula, Ohio, to parents Michael J. and Katherine (Kish) Seaman. Rich graduated from St. John’s High School in 1960. He proudly served his country as a member of the US National Guard.
He went on to own RCS Industries in Jefferson and later the Filling Station Restaurant, which was famous for their all you can eat Friday night fish fry. After retiring, Rich moved to Ravenna and worked at Carter Lumber in Kent.
Rich loved the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting, riding his motorcycle and spending time at the cabin. He was also an avid Dale Earnhardt fan and enjoyed working on his cars. He will be fondly remembered for his amazing sense of humor. However, his favorite role in life was “Papa.”
Rich is survived by his beloved wife Connie (Corkrean), whom he married February 20, 1965. Together, they raised three children Jane, Mary Ann, and Richard Jr., who tragically passed away in 1992. Also preceding Rich in death are his parents, his brother Joe Seaman and his sister Mary Jane Enos.
In addition to his wife Connie, Rich is survived by his daughters: Jane (Chris) Ryan and Mary Ann Fox; grandchildren: Katelyn (Jay) Buso, CJ Ryan, Brandon Ryan, Briana Ryan, and Samantha (Zack) Kittle, great-grandchildren: Carter Buso and Kaiden Kittle, as well as his brother Michael Seaman, sister Kathy Bordeaux, along with many loving nieces and nephews.
Rich’s wishes for cremation are being honored. Friends and family are invited to celebrate his life on Saturday, November 2, 2019, from 10:00 – 11:00 AM with a memorial service officiated by Reverend William Kraynak at 11:00 AM at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna. A time of fellowship will follow.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org/donate) in Rich’s name.
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