Richard Krische, 64, of Macungie, died peacefully in the company of his family Sept. 2, 2016, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. Born in Queens, he was a son of the late Edward and Jane (Herbert) Krische.

He was a manager of General Services at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest, for over 20 years, retiring in 2014 after which he enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren.

He is survived by sons, Brian, Michael and Kevin and his wife Shannon; daughter, Kate and her husband Andrew; sisters, Susan Ujazdowski, Diane Occhipinti and Barbara; brothers, James and Paul; six grandchildren, Jordan, Jack, Lukas, Nicholas, Aiden and Elly; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister Anita in 2015.

Contributions may be made to the Lehigh Valley Children’s Hospital, Development Office, 2100 Mack Blvd., P.O. Box 1883, Allentown, 18105.

Arrangements were made by the Nicos C. Elias Funeral Home, Allentown.