Richard B. Schmeltz
Richard B. Schmeltz, age 67, of Perryopolis, Pa., passed away Monday, June 21, 2010. He was born August 4, 1942, in Pittsburgh, Pa., son of the late Marcus B. and Mildred S. Schmeltz.
Dick graduated from Shaler Area High School and Clarion University of PA.
Dick loved teaching Sociology and World Cultures at Connellsville Area Senior High School and retired after 38 years of service. He was also very active in the PSEA, holding offices and serving on committees on the local, County, Region, and State levels.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Nancy R. Schmeltz; one son, Dr. Mark P. Schmeltz and wife, Shelley of Edwardsburg, Michigan and one daughter, Kathryn Geary and husband, Joe of Pittsburgh, Pa.; five grandchildren: MacKenzie and Sydney Schmeltz and Lara, Maggie, and Richard Joseph (RJ) Geary.
Friends will be received in the BLAIR-LOWTHER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 305 Rear Independence Street, Perryopolis, Pa., Thursday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m., where a Blessing Service will be held Friday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Father Bob Lubic, Celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests Book Memorials to Connellsville Area Senior High School, 711 Ridge Blvd., Connellsville, Pa. 15425.