Richard J. Gori

Richard J. Gori, of Bethlehem, joined his beloved wife of 45 years, Dorothy "Bub", in heaven on Tuesday, August 23, 2011.

He was born in Bethlehem; the son of the late Joseph and Stephanie Kotash Gori.

He retired as a construction worker and has remained an active member of Labors Local 1174 since 1966.

Richard will be will be lovingly remembered by three daughters Lori wife of John Karb and Kim of Bethlehem, Dorothy of Salisbury and his son, Jeffrey husband of Donna Pichel of Fountain Hill. He will also be dearly missed by his grandchildren, Anthony, Richard, Patrick, Cheyenne, Christopher and Jason and his siblings, Connie, Edward, Robert and Cindy.

Richard was also predeceased by his brother Joseph.

He enjoyed being outdoors, gardening and going to the casino but he especially loved spending time with his family.

The family will receive friends from 6-7 PM on Friday August 26, 2011 with a service to immediately follow at the Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018

Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.