Joseph Thomas Richey, 74 of Uniontown, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 21, 2022 at his residence at Marquis Gardens Place. He was born in Uniontown on August 7, 1948, son of the late Major John J. Richey, USAF Ret. and Josephine (Davis) Richey.

Joe was a member of St. George Maronite Church, and for many years shared in the operation of his family's restaurant, deli, catering and bakery businesses.

Joe was loved by everyone who knew him. He had a gentle soul and a huge heart. He always put others needs before his own. He demonstrated great compassion and empathy throughout his entire life. He played an active role in organizations offering service and support to his fellow humans. His siblings have great pride in Joe's life journey and his accomplishments. We are so sad to lose him, but be certain he won't be far from our hearts.

He will be deeply missed by his brothers and sisters, John Randolph Richey and wife Joanne of Uniontown, Clare Richey Meehan and husband William of Pittsburgh, Barbara Richey Chait and husband Gerald of Pittsburgh, James Matthew Richey and wife Donna of West Palm Beach, FL; nieces and nephews, William Phillip Meehan, Jr. and wife Alyssa Vance Meehan  of Lexington, KY, Sarah Meehan Parker, her husband Stanley Parker and their son Davis William Parker of Pittsburgh; Benjamin Milton Chait and husband Agostino Guerro of New York; and Hanna Richey Chait of Fort Worth, TX; and cousin, C.H. Swan of Jacksonville, FL.

In accordance with his wishes, there will be no public visitation. The family asks that all friends   join them in a celebration of his life at the Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home, Inc., 603 N. Gallatin Ave., Ext., Uniontown, on Saturday, September 10, 2022  from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., when Rev. Father Aaron J. Sandbothe will officiate the Service of Ghinnaz. Private entombment will follow at Sylvan Heights Mausoleum.

In lieu of other tributes, please make contributions in his memory to Fayette County Community Action Agency, Inc. Food Bank, (Website: FCCAA) 108 Beeson Ave., Uniontown, PA 15401.

Your personal written tributes and memories are welcomed and encouraged at www.hakyfuneralhome.com .