Obituaries
Stephen R “Rich” France, 82
February 18, 2018
Stephen R “Rich” France, 82, formerly of Lititz, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2018. Born in Berwyn, IL, he was the son of the late Emily (Trojka) and Stephen France. He was preceded in death by his sisters Louise Naughton and Shirley Woyt.
Rich was very proud to serve his country in the US Army. He received his bachelors degree from Illinois State University and his masters degree in mathematics from Notre Dame. He was a math and computer science professor at Millersville University for over 35 years.
He enjoyed being a member of the Lititz Ambucs club for many years and participated in many of their musical performances. Rich had a lifelong passion for classic cars, the Chicago Cubs, polka music and bad Dad jokes. He was an amazing electrician, mechanic, plumber, woodworker and overall handyman.
He is survived by his daughters, Laura France (Christopher Garrison) of St. Paul, MN and Jennifer Stephen (Scott) of Waxhaw, NC; 2 grandchildren: Jack and Campbell.
Interment will be held in Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury, NC on Friday, March 23, 2018 at 10AM.
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March 23, 2021
Ritchie was my older cousin, his mother being my father’s sister. Whenever we visited family in Chicago we always visted the France’s fiirst. I remember Richie calling my dad “Unck”. Ritchie would also take me down the the nearby Boys’ Club. The visits with Richie and his family were always full of warmth and a highlight of our family visit. I miss all the Frances.
Jay Troyka
August 09, 2018
I got to know Steve while we both at ISU and living in married student housing. We had many lively discussions/debates about politics and the state of the world in general over a cup of coffee while in between classes. I realy enjoyed Steve’s company and I’ve often regretted that we didn’t keep in contact. John Feagans ISU class of ’65. vectores@embarqmail.com
February 27, 2018
I enjoyed working with Rich when I was at Millersville University. He bailed me out more than once for class coverage and other things. He will be missed by us all.
/Paul W. Ross
February 23, 2018
Dear Pat
My sincere condolence on the passing of your friend. My thoughts & prayers at this time.
Warmly, Susie K.
