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Francis Richard Recktenwald

July 04, 1939 - January 19, 2020

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Obituary For Francis Richard Recktenwald

July 4, 1939 - January 19, 2020

Recktenwald, Francis Richard, age 80, on Sunday, January 19, 2020, of Pleasant Hills, formerly of Brentwood.

Husband of Lorraine (Davic) and the late Theresa (Moore); father of Rick (Janet), Michael (Kim), Mary Kay (Mark) Stiefvater, and Mark (Michelle); stepfather of Joetta (Jim) Royal, Amy Barna and Matt (Heather) Trainor; proud grandfather of 19; great-grandfather of one; brother of Paul "Bud" (Donna) and the late Mary Ann Lauterbach, Marlene Donahoe, Robert Recktenwald and William Recktenwald. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. One of Dick's passions was magic. He was a longtime member of International Brotherhood of Magicians. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 from 5-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Thursday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10:30. If desired, family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.

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  • February 24, 2020

    joseph prunty

    Rick, i am terribly sorry about your father's passing. I will keep positive thoughts of him and your family during this difficult time.

  • February 24, 2020

    Linda and Glenn Paiano

    Mary Kay and Family, So very sorry to hear about your Dad . We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. With our deepest sympathy,

  • February 24, 2020

    Eileen Wallace and family

    Mr Recktenwald was such a great person. Our sympathy to his family. God bless.

  • February 24, 2020

    Elaine (Scheller) Gaetano

    Mark and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

  • February 24, 2020

    Carolyn Kennedy

    Mike and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Now you all have two special guardian angels watching over you. Prayers for your strength during this difficult time. Carolyn Kennedy

  • February 24, 2020

    Tom Beaver

    I'm going to miss Dick, Lorraine, he was a great guy. My wife still has a vision of him doing his magic show at her First Communion!

  • February 24, 2020

    Sharon Blichfeldt

    Mark -- Our love and prayers surround all of you as you mourn your Dad's passing. Precious memories and unwaivering faith will sustain you. Howie & Sharon

  • February 24, 2020

    Sanjay

    I offer you my thoughts and prayers during this dark time of your life. My deepest condolences on the passing of your Father.

  • February 24, 2020

    Boomer

    We miss you dearly, Uncle Dick. Thank you so so much for always being such a kind, supporting, and loving influence in my life.

  • February 24, 2020

    Diane Erra Shosky

    My family lived on East Garde Road and were neighbors of the Recktenwalds. Such good memories of when we were all younger. Such a nice family. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers

  • February 24, 2020

    Mary kay

    Thank you Linda and Glenn

  • February 24, 2020

    Beth and Jim Aubele

    I'm so sorry. Our prayers are with your family

  • February 24, 2020

    Hollie and Dan Pajak

    Mike and family, Sorry for your loss of your father. Keeping your family in our prayers.

  • February 24, 2020

    Judy Steed

    Lorraine and family - You have our most sincere Sympathy. Dick was a super person. He was always so friendly and helpful. I enjoyed doing shows with him and just having him at meetings and events. Take care and let the Mystic Magicians of Beaver Valley know if you need anything. Magically yours, Judy steed and Don Moody

  • February 24, 2020

    Prabs

    My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May his soul rest in peace.

  • February 24, 2020

    Anu and Abhay Edlabadkar

    Rick, Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Anu and Abhay

  • February 24, 2020

    Nick Verina

    The Youngstown Magic Club - Ring 2 We were sorry to here of Dicks passing. He would come out to our monthly meetings occasionally. He was one of the nicest persons you could ever meet. I'm going to miss his wonderful smile and laughter. Our condolences goes out to his family and friends! Nick Verina- Past President of Youngstown Magic Club - Ring 2.

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