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Richard E. Portzer

Richard E. Portzer, 84, of Lancaster, formerly of DuBois, passed away on September 5, 2023 at the Mennonite Home.  He was the loving husband of Constance J. (Gigliotti) Portzer.

Born in St. Mary’s, PA, he was the son of the late Leonard and Loretta (Erich) Portzer.

After graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree from the Pennsylvania State University, he spent much of his career as an accountant for the Internal Revenue Service.

Richard was an enthusiastic outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting as well as spending time with his grandchildren who kept him young at heart.

In addition to his wife, Constance, he is survived by children, Julianne Portzer, Loretta “Lorie” Jacobson (wife of Donald), Cynthia Metheny (wife of Eric), Mary Perry (wife of Chris) and Marcy Lyle (wife of Dane); ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.  Also surviving are sisters, Dorothy Goetz and Patricia Hollobaugh; and numerous nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Daniel and James Portzer.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Saturday, September, 16th, at 10:00 am at Saint Catherine’s of Siena, 118 S State St, DuBois, PA 15801. Friends may greet the family at the church from 9:00 am until the time of mass.  Interment will follow in Morningside Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Association at https://www.alz.org/ or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at https://www.stjude.org/. To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit: www.DeBordSnyder.com

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  1. Mary Joan and John Yargar says

    September 7, 2023 at 2:19 pm

    So sorry Connie to hear about Rich. To all your family our deepest sympathy in your loss. He was such a nice pleasant man always a gentleman always friendly. His last few years were rough for him now he is at peace and in a better place . God bless him.

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  2. Carl Lias says

    September 8, 2023 at 1:02 pm

    Deepest sympathy from the Lias Family.

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  3. Darla A. Dickey says

    September 8, 2023 at 8:00 pm

    Doug and Darla Dickey send our prayers and sympathy.

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  4. Mary & Sparky Lyle says

    September 9, 2023 at 3:31 pm

    Sparky & I send our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband, father & grandfather. You are all in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.

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  5. Tricia Klebacha says

    September 9, 2023 at 3:55 pm

    We are so sorry Connie on the loss of Rich. What an awesome man, so quiet but made his point. He loved his family so much and always told me how they were. Our deepest sympathy to all your family
    Leo and Patty Klebacha

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  6. Kevin & Pat says

    September 10, 2023 at 12:54 pm

    A prayer that you all feel the warmth surrounding you and have the joys that only loving memories give us God Bless and keep all Rich will be keeping his eye on you so be good With love Kevin and Pat

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  7. Dave and Kathleen Hamaker says

    September 13, 2023 at 2:33 pm

    May God wrap his arms around you in this time of loss. You will be in our prayers.

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  8. Phyllis Lazore says

    September 14, 2023 at 2:34 pm

    Connie, so sorry to hear about Dick. We won’t be able to attend the mass on Saturday as we will out of town. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joe and I thought Dick was one of nicest person to know. Joe enjoyed working with him. Love Joe & Phyllis

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  9. Lynn, Bill, Patrick & Ryan Troy says

    September 14, 2023 at 11:18 pm

    Dear Mary & family,
    Our deepest sympathies to you during this time of sadness and loss! Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers ! May the Lord send his love and peace !

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  10. Laurie Landry says

    September 15, 2023 at 9:46 am

    I am so sorry for your loss! May your memories sustain you at this difficult time that you may be comforted by his rich life and the legacy he left behind.

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  11. Lisa Burke says

    September 15, 2023 at 10:31 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for your loss!

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  12. Michelle Shinkle says

    September 15, 2023 at 12:26 pm

    Aunt Connie & all of the Portzer girls and their families,
    My heart aches for your loss. Uncle Rich was one of a kind. My boys still remember him visiting and making little bow s and arrows with them. He will be deeply missed, but he’s in good company, they can both be who they were when they were younger. That is what I hold in my heart, the quick wit, the laughter at your house and his smile. He always made me feel welcome. I love you all and wish I could be there. Love, Michelle (Gigliotti) Shinkle

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  13. John Youngman says

    September 16, 2023 at 9:20 am

    I am sorry for your loss. I alway remember the fishing adventures that he took me on and my first job of mowing your yard. Our prayers are with you

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  14. JoAnn Fitch says

    September 17, 2023 at 11:06 am

    Deepest sympathies on your loss. May your memories give you strength now & in the future.

    JoAnn Torchia Fitch

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