Richard C. Platko, 79, of Nookside Lane, Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2022.

Born February 18, 1943 in Bradford, was the son of the late Andrew and Sylvia (Rich) Platko.

Dick was a 1959 graduate of Bradford Area High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree for Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1963.

Richard worked for his parents at the S&A Grocery Store at the corner of N. Bennett and State Street as a young man.

His career started as an elementary school teacher at the 6th Ward School. He went on to teach at the Custer City School and School Street Elementary School retiring in 2001 after 35 years of teaching.

Dick enjoyed taking walks, playing golf, reading, and bowling. He loved to attend his children’s band events.

Surviving are two daughters, Jennifer (Dan) Colligan, of Gallatin, TN, and Lisa (John) Auteri, of Bradford, one son, Richard A. Platko, of Bradford, and one granddaughter, Mersaydes Dillaman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one aunt, Lillian Rich.

Family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 4, 2022 from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. South Ave. At which time funeral and committal services will be held with Rev. John Jacquel, Pastor of St. Bernard Church officiating.

Memorial contributions, if desired may be made to the American Diabetes Association, PO BOX 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312, American Foundation for the Blind, 1401 S. Clark St. Ste 730, Arlington VA, 22202, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com