Richard Allen Bahr
Born on December 23, 1942 in Washington, D.C.Passed February 11, 2025 in Merritt Island, Florida
Richard Allen Bahr residing in Merritt Island, Florida passed away peacefully with his family by his side after a very sudden medical event on February 11, 2025. Richard was born in Washington D.C on December 23rd, 1942, to Margaret Hagerty Bahr and Alfred Bahr. Richard was married to the love of his life, Glenda. He enjoyed retirement life in sunny Florida. He was a devoted husband, father, friend and neighbor. He spent a career as a tradesman working in the local #100 sheet metal union and serving on the board of trustees. After retirement he earned a stockbroker’s license and enjoyed going to the New York stock exchange on several occasions. He proudly served his country in the Army National Guard. While raising his family in Northern Virgina he volunteered in his community to coach softball, building playgrounds, and assisting with various scouting projects. He was always willing to help a neighbor and a man curious about life with a zest for lifelong learning. In his free time, he enjoyed working with his hands on any “honey do” projects, boating (and repairing his boat), riding his bike, yard work, reading and walking his beloved pups Micky and Lulu.
Richard is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Glenda Colley Bahr, His son Matthew Allen Bahr (Heidn), his daughter Kristi Ruben (Andrew), two grandsons Sawyer Allen Ruben (Anna) and Reece Issac Ruben (Ashlyn) along with a new great grandson, Hudson A. Ruben. He was proceeded in death by his parents and his brother, James Alfred Bahr.
A celebration of his life will take place on Sunday April 6th, 2025, at Indian Harbour Beach Community Center – Gleason Park 1233 Yacht Club Boulevard, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida 32937. The celebration will be from 3-5p.m.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a favorite charity in Richard’s honor.
May his memory be a blessing to all those fortunate enough to know him and may we carry forth his legacy of a strong work ethic and service to our neighbors.
