Richard Paul DeMara

August 22, 1954 - September 14, 2020

08/22/1954 - 09/14/2020

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Service
Tuesday September 22, 2020
11:00 am
Graveside Riverview Cemetery
Moundsville, WV 26041
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Child of God, Richard Paul DeMara, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior on September 14, 2020. Rick’s devotion to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is absolute and everlasting.  His legacy is one of friendship, comfort, worship, and prayer for anyone in need.  His family and friends will remember a sweet soul with an infectious smile, bright blue eyes, and unselfish love. They will also remember his deep and abiding devotion to his Lord and Savior.
Rick was born in Fresno, California and was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served as a corrosion control specialist.
Rick was preceded into eternal life by his mother, Leola DeMara, father Walter DeMara, Brother-in-Law Thomas J. Mokosh; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Blaine Hartley, Mr. and Mrs. Walter DeMara; Aunts Katherine Scollick, Eleanor Currence, and Minnie Hartley; Uncles Ward Hartley and Jack Scollick; and Cousin Janice Coffin.
Rick is survived by his sister Deborah R. Mokosh; brother Robert H. DeMara (Susan); niece Trisha Daho (Bashir); nephews Thomas J. Mokosh, II, Jeffrey R. DeMara, and Michael L. DeMara (Jade); Cousins David Scollick (Linda), Barbara Evans, and Susan Woodruff (Bruce).
The family wishes to thank the Doctors, Nurses and staff at Newport News Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Riverside Regional Medical Center, and Legacy Hospice Services for their care over the years, especially during his transition.
Rick will be buried at Riverview Park Cemetery, 1854 Round Bottom Hill Road, Moundsville, West Virginia following graveside services at 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 22, 2020.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to H.E.L.P., Inc., 329 Buckroe Avenue, Hampton, Virginia 23669 (www.helphampton.org/home).
Child of God, Richard Paul DeMara, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior on September 14, 2020. Rick’s devotion to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is absolute and everlasting. His legacy is one of friendship, comfort, worship, and prayer for anyone in need. His family and friends will remember a sweet soul with an infectious smile, bright blue eyes, and unselfish love. They will also remember his deep and abiding devotion to his Lord and Savior.
Rick was born in Fresno, California and was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served as a corrosion control specialist.
Rick was preceded into eternal life by his mother, Leola DeMara, father Walter DeMara, Brother-in-Law Thomas J. Mokosh, Sr.; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Blaine Hartley, Mr. and Mrs. Walter DeMara; Aunts Katherine Scollick, Eleanor Currence, and Minnie Hartley; Uncles Ward Hartley and Jack Scollick; and Cousin Janice Coffin.
Rick is survived by his sister Deborah R. Mokosh; bother Robert H. DeMara (Susan); niece Trisha Bashir; nephews Thomas J. Mokosh, II, Jeffrey R. DeMara, and Michael L. DeMara; Cousins David Scollick (Linda), Barbara Evans, and Susan Woodruff (Bruce).
The family wishes to thank the Doctors, Nurses and staff at Newport News Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Riverside Regional Medical Center, and Legacy Hospice Services for their care over the years, especially during his transition. Rick will be buried at Riverview Park Cemetery, 1854 Round Bottom Hill Road, Moundsville,West Virginia following graveside services at 11:00 am on Monday, September 21, 2020.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to H.E.L.P., Inc., 329 Buckroe Avenue, Hampton, Virginia 23669 (www.helphampton.org/home).  Express condolences to the family at www.altmeyerfh.com.

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Bill Litman
3 years ago

Rick, I just learned of your passing. Of all the friends I had in my early years, i always hoped I’d be able to sit with you and go back in time if only through our memories. The stories we could tell. Some hilarious, some sad, and some that are just beyond belief. Vick and I occasionally look at our wedding pictures from time to time with our kids and grandchildren and you are who we always talk about. I’m sad that we never reconnected through the years and wished I could have been there when you needed encouragement or just a hand. I’ll remember you always friend as you bask in the glory of the lord.

Bob Eaton
3 years ago

Sympathy to the DeMara family on the loss of Rick. I have many high school memories of this great, fun-loving guy. Rest In Peace, my friend.

Jay Knapp
3 years ago

Rob,
Sorry to hear about Rick. Even though it’s been decades, not years ,since I last saw him. I still remember Rick hanging out with my younger friends and always entertaining them. I’m hoping he enjoyed his life during his time here. My thoughts and sympathy are with you, the rest of Rick’s family and the many friends I’m sure he had during his time in this world.

Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum
3 years ago

May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,

May your memories of Richard Paul DeMara, give you peace, comfort and strength…

Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….

US Air Force Veteran, Richard Paul DeMara, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†

† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †