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Richard Saylor Obituary
York - Richard "Dick" W. Saylor, age 74, of Manchester Township, York, died at 1:45 AM Thursday, April 22, 2021, at York Hospital. He was the husband of Carol (Hirning) Saylor.
Born May 11, 1946, in York, he was the only child of the late Clarence and Romaine (Kohler) Saylor. He was 1964 graduate of William Penn High School, and earned his Associate's Degree in Fire Science from Harrisburg Area Community College, retiring as Assistant Fire Chief for the City of York after 40 years of service. He was also a US Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War, and served in the Air National Guard for more than 27 years. He was a proud member of the York City Fire Department's Honor /Color Guard and Retiree's Association. He was a member of Prince Athletic Association, Vigilant Social Club, and Grandview Golf Club.
In addition to his wife Mr. Saylor is survived by a son, Stephen R. Saylor, and his wife Kristi, of Mount Wolf; a daughter, Stephanie S. Saylor, of York; two grandchildren, Taylor Moyer, and Cole Saylor; and many cousins to whom he was very close. He also had an extended family of "brothers and sisters" in the Fire Department and National Guard, along with many friends in the golfing community.
Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 PM Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at Church Of The Open Door, 8 Carlisle Court, York, with The Rev. Robert Riedy officiating. Viewings will be 5-7:00 PM Tuesday at Kuhner Associates Funeral Directors, Inc., 863 South George Street, York, and 12:00-1:00 PM Wednesday at the Church. Burial will be in Prospect Hill Cemetery, with military rites presented by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. To honor Dick's love of free food, a luncheon will be held after the graveside service, location will be announced at the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mr. Sandy Homeless Veterans Center, 412 West King Street, York PA 17401.
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Sue Wynegar
April 19, 2022
On this anniversary just saying you are missed and your buddy Jim Parks is probably with you now sad to say. Keep shining down on us. We think of you often. How´s the buffets up there. Leaving any food for others lol.
Becky Downing
April 28, 2021
Stephanie and Family, I was so sorry to learn of Dick's passing. We really shared some great laughs during interaction with our police and fire departments. Our squad got Dick involved in more than one hilarious situation and he was game for another one every time. That brotherhood between departments was strong back in the old days. Please know you have our deepest sympathies.
Jim Waughtel
April 26, 2021
Good friends with Dick since high school we were volunteer fire fighters then the USAF, then the YFD. Long careers together. A lot of laughs and fun. You will be sadly missed. RIP my friend. May the "Peace of Christ" be with your family.
dano
April 26, 2021
We spent many new years eves with Dick and Carol they were some good times Sorry for your lost Steve and Stephanie
Bonnie Young
April 26, 2021
Carol and family I am sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs.
Pat Rose
April 25, 2021
Dear Carol, Stephen and Stephanie, I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. Dick was such a great friend to so many of us as well as a great mentor. We shared so many good times and he was always there to support me whenever I needed it. I don’t think there was ever a time he didn’t make me laugh and I will truly miss that, our lunch get togethers and our time working in the fire department. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. R.I.P. Brother!
Judy Shuster
April 25, 2021
Dick was a good friend of my husband Jim Mack and I, we lived close to Dick and Carol for several years. When Jim got sick, Dick would come to visit him, and that was a big help to me..Rest in Peace Dick.
Jeff Pflaum
April 25, 2021
To the Saylor Family:
I was shocked to read of Dick's passing. I met Dick back in the early 1970's through the Fire Department. My father was a career firefighter for the City of York from 1949-1990, so their careers overlapped for a number of years. My dad always enjoyed the times he and Dick worked together, and the times I was around Dick over the years were always enjoyable. Please accept my sympathy on his passing. He was really one of the "Good Guys" and will truly be missed.
Connie
April 25, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. From A York Federal Savings and loan officer.
Sue Wynegar
April 25, 2021
My condolences to the family. Dick was a long time friend and all around good guy. He is FREE, his favorite word which I loved to pick on him about. RIP BUDDY!!
Ann Bowman Sload
April 25, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Charles Van Natter
April 24, 2021
Rest in Peace Chief.
John Orendorff
April 24, 2021
To the Saylor family,
I'm very sorry to hear of Chief Saylor's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
JoAnn King
April 23, 2021
I’m so very sorry to hear of Dick’s sudden passing. I worked with him years ago at Graybill’s Electric. He always had a sense of humor and loved free food. He will be missed. God Bless
David Lauer
April 22, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. We shared some great times when I was in the Fire Department. He was always there for me. When I retired and moved to Arizona my wife, Kathy and I would look forward to his yearly visits. I believe it was these times that we became closer. He will be missed.
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