Richard Focht

Richard W. Focht, 87, of Muhlenberg Township, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2019 in his residence. He was the husband of Carol A. (Lerch) Focht. Born in West Reading, Mr. Focht was the son of the late Clarence and Mildred (Kovalaske) Focht. He was a member of Community Evangelical Congregational Church in Sinking Spring and served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Mr. Focht was employed by Canteen Vending as a service technician for 19 A½ years before retiring. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children Susan E. (Focht) Brown of Bern Township; Robert R. Focht, husband of Cheryl A. Focht of Sinking Spring and his grandchildren Breanne and Tyler Brown. Mr. Focht is also survived by his siblings Clarence Focht of Mohrsville; Ronald Focht of Muhlenberg Township; James Focht, husband of Linda Focht of Reading; Carl Focht, husband of Marjorie Focht of Catawissa; Carol (Focht) Weidner of Blandon; Nancy Bieber of Denver and was preceded in death by Joan (Focht) Shalter.
Funeral Service will be held in Bean Funeral Home, 129 East Lancaster Ave. Shillington, Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 11:00 am. Reverend Mike Snedeker will officiate. Interment with Military Honors rendered by the United States Army will follow in Forest Hills Memorial Park. The family will receive relatives and friends in Bean Funeral Home, Wednesday 10:00 am to 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Community Evangelical Congregational Church 51 Green Valley Road, Sinking Spring, PA 19608 in memory of Mr. Richard W. Focht. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com