Unger Sr., Richard William Franklin Was called home to Heaven to meet his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 13, 2022. Beloved husband and best friend of Deborah A. Unger (nee Kretschman) for over 40 years; loving father of Nicole (Matthew) Miller and Richard Franklin (Jennifer) Unger Jr.; cherished grandpa “Poppa” of Exavier, Faith, Byron, Benjamin, Rueben and Eli; dearest brother of Dennis, Kenneth (Marcie) and Gary (Carol) Unger; our dear brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Richard proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force and dedicated his life as a leader with the Boy Scouts of America for over 50 years impacting many lives along the way. He is gone but never forgotten. A celebration of Richard’s life will be held at a later date. A KUTIS SOUTH County Chapel service
I knew Rich as a friend and member of Post 1. He donated his time to us and led us on some of the great adventures of my life. He affected the lives of many.
My heartfelt sympathy & prayers. Rich was such a good man, so giving, full of wit, passion, faith filled and caring for the scouts and scouters.
Rich was our leader and friend in Explorer Post 1. He helped to guide us and keep us on the straight and narrow through our teenage years and stayed a friend as an adult. Prayers and condolences to his family. He will be missed!
I will always remember Rich as a really caring person. He was our Explorer Post 1 leader. He taught me so much as a teenager. We even rebuilt my engine together. He made me do all the work so I would learn. I am forever grateful for his friendship that lasted until now. We were together a few years ago just after Christmas and stayed in touch through social media. Thank you for all you’ve done. Rest In Peace. See you in Heaven someday.
To the family,
Rich led us on quite a few adventures at Post 1. I remember traveling in the back of his Ford truck all the way to Colorado. I am sure that would not be sanctioned today for safety reasons. Rich guided us throughout Estes park , you will always be remembered my friend.
John Magee
Rich, was a hell of a man. I am proud to call him family. God bless him, for all he has done
Deborah and family I am sorry for your loss. I remember Rich from when Todd and Craig were little guys in Scouts. He will always be remembered.