Richard J. Harold

Richard J. Harold, passed away at his home on Friday, November 15, 2024, at the age of 67.

A lifelong resident of Northeast Philadelphia, Rich was a passionate fan of all Philly sports. He greatly enjoyed cheering on the Phillies, especially at the ballpark, or spending time with his friends watching the Eagles, Flyers and NASCAR. Rich also loved listening to music by Toby Keith and David Bowie. 

Rich was predeceased by his parents, Carmela (nee Violente) and William G. Harold; his longtime companion and love of his life; Christine "Chrissy" Delmar; and his cherished nephew, Billy Harold.

Beloved brother of William "Bill" and his wife Kathleen "Kathy"; loving uncle of Christine Dollarton (Justin Crump), Melissa Kutz (Dr. Greg Kutz), Dr. Lauren Fiori (Matthew) and great uncle of Jack and Grace Dollarton and Lucy and Bella Fiori. Rich will also be deeply missed by the entire Delmar family, and many dear friends especially Patty, John, Tommy & Terry. 

Relatives and friends are invited to greet his family on Friday, November 22, 2024 from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM at Hollen Funeral Home, Inc., 3160 Grant Avenue, West of Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114. Followed by his Memorial Service at 11:30.

A graveside interment will take place at St. Dominic Cemetery. 8504 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19136 on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, precisely at 11:00 AM. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Rich's memory may be made to the Special Olympics, Attn: Web Gifts, 2600 Virginia Avenue NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC 20037 or by visiting www.specialolympics.org OR to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or by visiting www.stjude.org

To share condolences with Rich's family, please visit www.hollenfuneralhome.com

Florists, all deliveries must arrive at the funeral home on Thursday by 3PM. 

Arrangements by Hollen Funeral Home, Inc.

Thomas J. Fluehr, Funeral Director

3160 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa 19114

215~698~2500

www.hollenfuneralhome.com

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