Richard Taney

Richard D. Taney, 90, husband of Susanne (Lannutti) Taney of Phoenixville, PA died on Friday, May 15, 2020 in Manatawny Manor.

Born on April 7, 1930 in Phoenixville, PA he was the son of the late Aaron and Ethel (McConaghy) Taney.

He graduated from Phoenixville Area High School, Class of 1950.

He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War.

He worked as a Machine Operator for Ford Motor Company in Lansdale, PA until his retirement in 1996.

He was a member of St. Basil the Great Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. He was a Boy Scout Leader and coached for Kimberton Youth Athletic League.

In addition to his wife Susanne L. Taney of 66 years he is survived by:

Son, Richard Taney, Jr. husband of Angela Taney;

Daughter, Nanci wife of Andrew Peters;

Son, Michael husband of Donna Taney;

Son, James husband of Karin Taney.

3 Grandchildren, Richard Taney, III, Matthew Peters, and Jessica Taney.

Great-grandchildren, Rayna, Shyann, and Christian.

Sisters, Jean Lane and Carol Miller.

He was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Anna, Evelyn, Elaine, Kathryn, Earl, Kenneth, and Frederick.

A private Funeral Service and burial well be held. A Memorial Mass will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project at www.woundedwarriorproject.org or an animal shelter of your choice.