Richard E. Broadwater

Richard E. Broadwater, 72, of North Apollo, formerly of West Newton, died Sunday, July 7, 2024. Born in McKeesport on December 29, 1951, he was the son of the late James and Loretta (Teets) Broadwater. 

Rick was a salesman for Hovis Auto & Truck Supply in North Huntingdon. He had many interests, including: going to his camp, bowling, hunting, shooting trap, going to the beach and visiting rustic places. He especially loved hanging out with his grandkids; he had a special bond with each person and shared their interests. Rick was always the life of the party, cracking jokes and making people laugh! 

He is survived by his wife, Christine (Smith) Broadwater; sons, Richard (Melissa) Broadwater of Level Green, William (Melanie) Broadwater of Transfer PA and Robert (Erin) Broadwater of Madison; step-sons, Eric (Erica Ramey) Johnston of Leechburg and Kevin (Ashley) Johnston of Canonsburg; grandchildren, Ashley, Brian, Natalie, Ryan, Abigail, Mya, Jaxon, Emily, Ruby and Sylvia; brother, David (Lorie) Broadwater of West Mifflin; sisters Mary "Sis" (Bill) Parasky of Kennedy Twp. and Nancy (Jim) Reese of West Elizabeth; and his favorite dog, Rosie. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Broadwater. 

Friends will be received on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. in the James C. Stump Funeral Home Inc., 580 Circle Drive, Rostraver Township (724-929-7934) www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com where a Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 7 p.m. with Pastor Glenn Myers officiating.  

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Orphans of the Storm, P O Box 838, Kittanning PA 16201.