Richard L. Black, 85, of Emmaus, died Sept. 9, 2023, in the care of Cornerstone Memory Care. He was the husband of Susan (Palladino) Black for 36 years. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Russell T. and Mildred (Campbell) Black.

He was a graduate of Allentown High School, Class of 1956, East Stroudsburg University, Class of 1960 and received a master’s in education from Lehigh University.

While at Allentown High School, he won the 1956 State Diving Championship.

He taught in the math department at Emmaus High School for 33 years and organized their first swim team.

He was a RE broker for over 40 years.

He was a lifelong and faithful member of Asbury United Methodist Church, Allentown.

He is survived by his wife; daughter, Laurie Brey; son James and his wife, Kim; daughter-in-law, Donna; brother, David; seven grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; stepson, Michael and his wife, Suzanne; Christopher, Andrew, Lisa Miller, Monica Martocci; three step-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Terry.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the church or to Cornerstone Living, 4605 Werleys Corner Road, New Tripoli, 18066.

A calling period will be held 10 to 11 a.m. Sept. 14 at Asbury United Methodist Church, 1533 Springhouse Road, Allentown, 18104. A funeral service will follow 11 a.m. at the church. Arrangements were made by the Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc., Catasauqua.