Richard P. Hedlund, 87, Lancaster, died on November 16, 2015, surrounded by his wife of 64 years Joan and his loving family. Originally from Philadelphia, Richard served his country in the Army as part of the WW II Occupation in Japan. Richard's 34 year career in management with Acme Markets took him to Johnstown and Lancaster. In retirement, Richard and Joan traveled extensively and then moved to Florida where they lived for 20 years.

A lifelong Presbyterian, Richard was an Elder in the 1st Presbyterian Church of Johnstown, a charter member and in the first class of Elders at Wayside Presbyterian Church in Landisville, and an Elder in the 1st Presbyterian Church of Dade City, Florida.

Richard is survived by his beloved spouse Joan Olsen Hedlund; children Craig Richard Hedlund m/Theresa, Rev. Jill Hedlund Kitsko m/ Stephen, Linda Hedlund Wagner m/G. Robert, and Cynthia Hedlund Maute m/Donald; sister Carol Brandt m/Richard; grandchildren Amy, Matthew, Sky, Benjamin, Donald, Daniel, Grace, Dylan, Nathaniel, and Spencer; and 6 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents Per and Grace Hedlund, and his brother Alan.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 21th at 11 AM at Wayside Presbyterian Church in Landisville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wayside Presbyterian Church, 600 Stony Battery Road, Landisville, PA 17538.