Richard Anthony DeLuise, of Lansdale, passed away in his home at Elm Terrace Gardens on Friday, October 26, 2018. He was 92 years old. Born on June 8, 1926 in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late James and Eleanor (Criscuolo) DeLuise. Richard owned his own stamp company located in Colmar, PA and later retired from the IRS.
Mr. DeLuise is survived by his cousin and caretaker, Christine Brennan (Jeffrey), of Lansdale; and multiple cousins who reside in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Eleanor, a brother James, his grandparents, and multiple aunts and uncles on both sides of his family. Mr. DeLuise was full of smiles and laughter his entire life as anyone who knew him would tell you nothing different. He will be sorely missed.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 10:00 AM in Holy Cross Cemetery, Yeadon. In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested to: Manna on Main Street, PO Box 763, Lansdale, PA 19446
Funeral arrangements entrusted to: The Oliver H. Bair & Monaghan Funeral Homes. (610) 449-8585