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Richard Ralph Bartels, 58
July 13, 2019
Richard Ralph Bartels, 58, passed away in his sleep, on July 13th, 2019.
He was born November 6th, 1960 to Aileen M. Bartels and Reverend Ralph Bartels in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. His father was a Pastor and his mother, an Administrative Assistant. He was proceeded in death by his brother Ronald Glenn Bartels, and was survived by his wife Lynn Babbitt (Bartels), and his two daughters, Rachel Nicole Bartels, Christine Megan Bartels. Richard grew up in the Scranton area and was notorious for playing pranks. He enjoyed studying insects and working with his hands throughout his childhood. He later graduated from Abington Heights High School in Clark Summit, Pennsylvania.
After moving to the Lancaster area, Richard was a well respected electrical engineer at Herley industries for 34 years. He made lots of close friends while working within the company and was recognized by many for his outstanding work ethic.
Richard spent most of his time working with computers, creating movies and slideshows, making thoughtful gifts for his loved ones, and loved anything that was controlled remotely. His interests were hunting/fishing, computer design, construction projects, pilot simulator games, and swing dancing on the weekends.
He was an active member of the Christian faith and gave his life over to the care of god. He regularly attended church and was a loving good hearted man.
A memorial service will be held at Conestoga View in the Chapel on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at noon. The Rev Leonard “Skip” Nizinski of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, York, PA, will officiate. Family and friends will be received from 11:30AM until the time of service. Interment will be private.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to:
Conestoga View Chapel
900 E King St.
Lancaster, PA 17602
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Condolences to the Family
August 07, 2019
I was surprised and deeply saddened to hear of Rick’s passing. We met in Junior High at Abington. We were part of a small group of very close friends all through high school and even during our early college years at Penn State Worthington before he moved in to the Lancaster, PA area. Even back then, Rick was an absolute wizard when it came to electronics, and yes he used that skill to pull a prank from time to time :-). My sympathies are with his family and friends. He rests with the Lord now. He is too soon gone.
Craig Fox
August 07, 2019
I am so sorry to learn of Rick’s passing. We started working at Herley on the same day and sat next to each other in assembly for a few years. After he changed positions in the company and worked as an engineering technican I would seek him out for updates on testing results. Rick could always be counted on for detailed and accurate reporting. He will be missed by so many. My prayers are with your family.
Margaret Trimble
August 01, 2019
I was so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I’m praying for you all, God bless you. Valerie Roth
July 25, 2019
To Riches Family.
Im am deeply saddened to hear the news of his passing, you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rich and I worked at Mister Donut /Donut Connection together .
Sharon Yasinskas-Fenton
July 25, 2019
I am wishing his family and friends solace in this difficult time. Rick was a neighbor in Clarks Summit and we connected a few years ago on social media. He was a good man, who will be missed by many at our upcoming high school reunion next month.
Julie Cook
July 25, 2019
Sincere condolences to the Bartels family. I went to High School with Richard and enjoyed reconnecting at our 30th Reunion and was hoping to see him at our upcoming 40th. R.I.P.
Liz Albert
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