Richard grew up in Paterson, NJ. He graduated Cum Laude from Tufts University with a degree in engineering.
After a long career in construction he retired and devoted his final years to helping others by volunteering at Temple Beth Or and delivering Meals On Wheels. Richard was an avid golfer and in his younger years an excellent tennis player. He was passionate in his love for history, music and his Jewish faith. He treasured his many friends. He could often be heard whistling and really enjoyed his garden, opera, the Philharmonic and walking his “grand-dog” Cassidy.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years. Joanne, his children Sherri Beth [her husband John Adler] and Lawrence Todd Levine, his grandchildren Hannah and Ryan Adler-Levine, brothers Arthur [Marilyn] and Robert [Myra] and in addition many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Service 10AM Friday at Gutterman and Musicant, 402 Park Street, Hackensack, NJ.
Memorial contributions to Meals On Wheels or Temple Beth Or of Washington Twp., NJ.
