Richard Rene Gaddess

Richard Rene Gaddess, 73, of Franklin, PA. passed away Sunday Nov. 26, 2023 at his home.

                Born March 21, 1950 in Oil City, PA., he was the son of the late James & Dorothy Schwab Gaddess.

Dick was a graduate of West Forest High School.

He was married on Sept. 14, 1973 in Henry’s Bend to the former Jacquelyn L. Reinsel , and she survives.

Mr. Gaddess had worked for Electralloy for many years.

Growing up in Henry’s Bend, Dick enjoyed life on the river.

In younger years, he was involved in the Boy Scouts, and  enjoyed riding his motorcycle and adding to his collections.

He was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Franklin.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children

David Gaddess & his wife Heidi of Cooperstown

Emily Martin & her husband Tim of Franklin

Four grandchildren

Sophia and Amelia Gaddess

Allison & Deacon Martin

a sister

Sandra Reardon & her husband Robert of Pleasantville

a brother

Paul Gaddess of Henrys Bend

And several nieces and nephews.

He is also survived by two sisters-in-law

Connie Smith of Augusta, GA.

Jill Seyler of Cranberry Twp.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter Sara Elizabeth Gaddess.

There  will be no viewing or visitation.

Services will take place at the convenience of the family.

The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements

Condolences may be sent to www.reinselfuneralhome.com

Memorials may be made to Precious Paws

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