Richard Ralph King
November 30, 1962 ~ April 1, 2021
Born in: Oil City, Pennsylvania
Richard "Rich" Ralph King, 58, of Reno, PA, passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2021.Born in Oil City on November 30, 1962, he was the son of the late Ralph Richard King and Nancy Jane (Cross) King. He graduated from Rocky Grove High School in 1981.Richard worked many years at the Wanango County Club, but he most recently worked at Clarion Campus as a Custodian. He enjoyed the outdoors greatly and he especially liked riding his 4-wheeler and his motorcycle. He really enjoyed the company of his cats, mostly "Sparky."Surviving is his mother, Nancy King; his siblings; Cathy Shields (Dan), Michael King (Micki), Sally Williams (Art), Linda Sabousky (Tom), Peggy Smeltzer, and Karol King; his nephews, Alan Williams, and Michael Williams (Martika); his nieces, Sara Sabousky, Samantha Sabousky, Erin Perdue; his great-niece, JayLen Gardinier; his great-nephew, Wyatt Gardinier; and his close friend, Ralph Shields.Richard was preceded in death by his father, Ralph R. King.Family and friends are invited to gather on Monday, April 5, 2021 at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, PA 16323, from 5 pm to 7 pm.Funeral services for Richard will be held privately for the family with Associate Pastor Sam Wagner, of the Christ United Methodist Church, officiating.The funeral home will have social distancing protocols in place and strongly recommends those who are attending to wear masks. We respectfully ask if you feel sick or have other health conditions to stay home.He will be laid to rest in Old Sandy Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Richard's honor to the Venango County Humane Society, 286 South Main Street, Seneca, PA 16346.To send cards, online condolences, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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sitting in my brothers yard.had taken the person i was caring for there.rich came over to hang out she said he looked familiar like a girl she knew.i told her not to say anything.he ask whats wrong and we told him he would make a pretty girl n she thought she had seen him all dolled up.we were laughing and he says seriously where at.she told him n he says oh yeah that was me.i had went to a costume party.
I met Rich while working at Venango Campus, and I appreciated him so much. Between retiring last summer and COVID, I had lost touch. I was stunned to learn that he had passed; it’s hard to believe that I will never bump into him again and have another wonderful chat. My sincere sympathy to his family and other friends.
I have worked at the Venango Campus of Clarion University for fourteen years and frequently saw Rich during that time. He was always a hard worker. He was very focused that each office and building he was responsible was cleaned to perfection. He loved to visit and always asked how your day was going. I can’t think of a single time we didn’t chat about something of interest. He often updated you on his car or motorcycle or a project he was working on. He will be missed by coworkers, friends and the students at Venango that appreciated his services and dedication to the campus.
Dear Karol and family, My sincere condolences in the loss of your brother and family member. May God hold you all in His Loving Arms at this time. Barb (Poole)
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Rich.We were neighbors for many years.Alot of enjoyable times to remember.Prayers to all of the family.I LOVE YOU ALL!
I first met Rich when my then boyfriend (now husband) Mike brought me home to Reno / Oil City to meet the family. Everyone had already gathered at a local restaurant for dinner when we arrived. Mike introduced me to all his siblings. Rich’s response was to take off his ball cap and reply, “Well I might as well show you the family resemblance”. Everyone laughed and it broke the ice for the evening. I found out later that it was rare for Rich to take his hat off no matter the situation. It made me realize just how significant an event it was at the time. Thinking about that moment, even now, makes me smile.
We are thinking of you during this difficult time.