Richard Charles Stape Obituary
We bid farewell to Richard Charles Stape of Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 21, 2026 at the age of 92. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Charles Stape to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Stape and Margaret Stape (Herman); his wife Shirley Stape (Crisman); his sons, Richard Stape, Jr. and Daniel Stape; his great grandchildren, Finn and Gabriel Smith; and his daughter-in-law Laura Stape.
He is survived by: his children, Karen Nave (David) of Jeannette, Michael Stape of Herminie, Shirley Nave (Douglas) of Jeannette, Linda Hickman (Jeff) of Greensburg and Gary Stape (Stephanie) of North Huntingdon; his daughter-in-law Lora Stape of Ohio; and his sister Joann Dutrow. He is also survived by 20 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, plant a tree in memory of all the trees that Richard has cut down over the years.
