Richard W. Blose, 81, of Wescosville, died May 10, 2021, at home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of the late Ruth (Waltz) Blose.

Born in Schnecksville, he was the son of the late Wayne A. and Ellen V.M. (Clauss) Blose.

He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War era.

He was employed in the distribution center of Hershey Ice Cream plant, Orefield, for 37 years before retiring 2002.

He was a member of Union United Church of Christ, Neffs.

He is survived by a daughter, Lisa A. Blose with whom he resided; a son, Adam R. Blose and his wife Lori of Coplay; a brother, Allen J. Blose of Breinigsville; two sisters, Marie E. Wentz of Saylorsburg and Barbara A. Hoyle and her husband Richard of Bethlehem; and two granddaughters, Tiffany R. and Corrina C. Blose.

There will be a calling time 10-11 a.m., followed by a funeral service 11 a.m., May 13 at the funeral home, 4906 Route 309, Schnecksville.

Arrangements were made by Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc.