Richard David Terepka

Richard David Terepka obituary, Wadsworth, OH

Richard David Terepka

Richard Terepka Obituary

Visit the Roberts Funeral Home – Hillcrest Chapel - Seville website to view the full obituary.

Richard David Terepka, 73, of Wadsworth, died July 7, 2025 at his residence.

Richard was born March 9, 1952 in Cleveland, Ohio to Raymond and Mary {Gray} Terepka.

He proudly served in the U.S. Army.

He married Linda Peterson on August 14, 1993.

Richard retired from the Ohio State Highway Patrol after 30 years of service. He enjoyed golfing at Ridge Top golf course and woodworking, but most of all he loved spending time with his grandsons.

Richard will be deeply missed by his wife; children Justin Terepka, Geoffrey Peterson, Melissa Peterson, Stephanie Terepka; grandchildren Trent, Hunter, Lucas; brothers Michael Terepka, Alvin Terepka, Steve Terepka, Joe Terepka; sisters Charlotte Mitchell, Sharon St. Clair and Theresa Heger

Richard was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Raymond Terepka, Kenneth Terepka and sister Mary Louise Terepka.

Friends may call Thursday July 10, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home-Hillcrest Chapel, Seville. Burial will be held at a later date at Hilcrest Memorial Gardens. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society at P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.

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