Richard H. Davies, Jr., 78, a devoted husband, loving brother, and cherished friend, passed away after an extended illness on December 26th, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family. He was born in Rochester on December 3rd, 1947, the son of the late Richard Davies, Sr. and Bernice (Eaton) Mateer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, John and Mary Harvan, his stepfather, John Mateer, two brothers-in-law, Larry Cramer and Ed Canning, and a niece and nephew, Kelly and Jamie Puwal.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 38 years, Donna (Harvan) Davies, who was constantly by his side, two sisters, Susan Cramer and Beverly Davies, two stepbrothers, John (Lisa) Mateer and Jeff (Traci) Mateer, a sister-in-law, Fran Canning, a dear niece, Danielle (Justin) Ward, a special great niece and great nephew, Emma and Callan Ward, his aunt, Lynn Volk, his uncle, Keith Eaton, his cousins and a lifelong cherished friend, Jim Fedell. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his family, friends and all those whose lives he brightened.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 38 years, Donna (Harvan) Davies, who was constantly by his side, two sisters, Susan Cramer and Beverly Davies, two stepbrothers, John (Lisa) Mateer and Jeff (Traci) Mateer, a sister-in-law, Fran Canning, a dear niece, Danielle (Justin) Ward, a special great niece and great nephew, Emma and Callan Ward, his aunt, Lynn Volk, his uncle, Keith Eaton, his cousins and a lifelong cherished friend, Jim Fedell. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his family, friends and all those whose lives he brightened.
Richard retired from First Energy Corporation, where he worked as an electrician and was respected for his dedication and skill. He found comfort and strength in his faith throughout his life. He was a member of Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish and St. Catherine of Siena Church in Glenwillard, Pennsylvania. He enjoyed spending his time watching football and western movies, a pastime that brought him much joy.
The family thanks AHN Health Network for years of dedicated care for Rick. Special appreciation goes to Dr. Matthew Lander, Dr. Amresh Raina, and nurse coordinators Erin, Laura, Patty, Maddy, and Alysa for always prioritizing Rick’s well-being. The Davies family remains grateful to all of you.
Richard requested that there would not be any services. Arrangements have been entrsuted to the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa. He will be laid to rest at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2186 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Joe Beretta Heart Foundation. For more information, please view thejoeberettafoundation.com
If you’d like to donate via check, please send to The Joe Beretta Heart Foundation P.O.Box 777, Mount Juliet, TN 37121
The family thanks AHN Health Network for years of dedicated care for Rick. Special appreciation goes to Dr. Matthew Lander, Dr. Amresh Raina, and nurse coordinators Erin, Laura, Patty, Maddy, and Alysa for always prioritizing Rick’s well-being. The Davies family remains grateful to all of you.
Richard requested that there would not be any services. Arrangements have been entrsuted to the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa. He will be laid to rest at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2186 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Joe Beretta Heart Foundation. For more information, please view thejoeberettafoundation.com
If you’d like to donate via check, please send to The Joe Beretta Heart Foundation P.O.Box 777, Mount Juliet, TN 37121
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