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Richard P. Hedlund, 87
November 16, 2015
Richard P. Hedlund, 87, Lancaster, died on November 16, 2015, surrounded by his wife of 64 years Joan and his loving family. Originally from Philadelphia, Richard served his country in the Army as part of the WW II Occupation in Japan. Richard’s 34 year career in management with Acme Markets took him to Johnstown and Lancaster. In retirement, Richard and Joan traveled extensively and then moved to Florida where they lived for 20 years.
A lifelong Presbyterian, Richard was an Elder in the 1st Presbyterian Church of Johnstown, a charter member and in the first class of Elders at Wayside Presbyterian Church in Landisville, and an Elder in the 1st Presbyterian Church of Dade City, Florida.
Richard is survived by his beloved spouse Joan Olsen Hedlund; children Craig Richard Hedlund m/Theresa, Rev. Jill Hedlund Kitsko m/ Stephen, Linda Hedlund Wagner m/G. Robert, and Cynthia Hedlund Maute m/Donald; sister Carol Brandt m/Richard; grandchildren Amy, Matthew, Sky, Benjamin, Donald, Daniel, Grace, Dylan, Nathaniel, and Spencer; and 6 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents Per and Grace Hedlund, and his brother Alan.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 21th at 11 AM at Wayside Presbyterian Church in Landisville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wayside Presbyterian Church, 600 Stony Battery Road, Landisville, PA 17538.
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Condolences to the Family
November 21, 2015
Sincere thoughts and prayers for peace to the entire Hedlund family. God Bless. Gary Peters
November 19, 2015
Dear Linda and family,
I feel very fortunate and blessed that I got to meet Richard, even if it was in the ICU. The days that I was there he was a bright light and now I can see where Linda gets her strength and her humor. We at work don’t think of that stuff much….each others’ extended family and what they are like. I think I will now. We should. Richard made every nurses’ shift enjoyable up there with his positivity. It was an honor to meet him and other members of your famiy and I am so sorry for this loss.
Sincerely,
Sue MCDonald
November 19, 2015
Thinking of the Hedlund Family with love and fond memories. Peace be with all of you at this time. Fondly, Holly Martin Cumpston
- Services
- Saturday, November 21, 2015
- 11:00 AM
- Wayside Presbyterian Church
- 600 Stony Battery Rd,
- Landisville, PA
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