Richard D. Krauss, 77, of Emmaus, died March 24, 2022, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Arthur D. and Mae A. (Stortz) Krauss.

He was a member of Emmaus Moravian Church and was a graduate of Emmaus High School, Class of 1963.

He was employed by the Borough of Emmaus for 37 years, retiring in 2008 as the lead water operator.

He was a U.S. Naval veteran and was an active member of the Emmaus Veterans committee.

In his young years, he was very active with the Emmaus Fire Department and fire police. This led him to own and operate his own business, Keystone Fire Equipment.

He collected vintage train sets and built elaborate scenery in his basement. He enjoyed reading history and mystery novels.

He was hired as a crossing guard at the Lincoln Elementary School. This gave him a sense of purpose and community late in his life. In 2011, The Emmaus Patch did an interview with “Mr. Dick” about his responsibilities as a crossing guard at Third and Elm streets.

He is survived by sons, Kevin D. and Rev. Kerry; a sister, Rev. Margaret Hassler; a brother, Donald; four grandchildren. He was predeceased by a sister, Carolyn Hutter.

A viewing will be held 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 30 at the Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. March 31 at the Moravian Cemetery, Emmaus.