Richard R. Dickey, Jr.

Richard Robert Dickey Jr., 86, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Sunday morning, November 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was the beloved husband of the late Idella J. (Kimmel) Dickey, with whom he shared over 59 years of marriage before her passing in 2020. Born in Somerset PA, he was a son of the late Richard R. Sr. and Lona (Queer) Dickey. He was a graduate of Somerset High School and worked for many years as a truck driver, especially for Roadway Express, where he drove for over 36 years before retiring in 2003. He was a member of Teamsters local #773.

Survivors: he is survived by his children, Joyce Dumbach (Kenneth), Robert Dickey (Melanie), Michelle Dickey; grandchildren, Amber Dickey (William Hernandez), Emilie Woods (Andrew), Jamie Dickey, Debbie Dickey and a great grandson, Callum Woods.

Services: Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Wednesday, November 18th from 9:30AM to 11:00AM followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM all from the JAMES FUNERAL HOME, 527 Center Street, Bethlehem. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery, Bethlehem.

Contributions: In memory of Richard, may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice Development Office, 801 Ostrum Street, Bethlehem, Pa 18015.