Deborah A. Richard Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Deborah Ann Richard, 66, of Old Bridge, NJ, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020, at the Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge, NJ. Deborah was born on December 27, 1953 to John and Joan Taibe in Brooklyn, NY. Deborah Richard Obituary On July 7, 1978, Deborah married Ronald Richard at West Point, NY. With Ronald serving in the U.S. Army, she became an Army wife, a special breed unto its own, dedicated to helping and supporting Army Families as she travelled around the world until Ronald's retirement in 1996. Looking to start a family of their own, Deborah and Ronald travelled to mainland China to adopt Anna in 1996, and then again in 1998 for Ping. The Richard's lived in Lewisburg, PA before moving to Old Bridge, NJ in 1997. She worked as a Paraprofessional for the Old Bridge Township Public School District for over 10 years before retiring in 2017. She was known for her laughter, positive outlook on life and ability to work with the children who needed additional support and love. Deborah is survived by her loving husband Ronald of 42 years; her two daughters, Anna and Ping Richard; and her brother John Taibe Jr.. Visitation will be held Monday, August 31, 2020, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Old Bridge Funeral Home, 2350 Route 516, Old Bridge, NJ. Private Cremation will take place on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at the Holy Cross Crematory in East Brunswick, NJ. Deborah had the joy of working with autistic children as a paraprofessional at both Shepard and Southwood Elementary Schools. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be appreciated to www.autismspeaks.org. Online condolences can be given at www.oldbridgefh.com.

Deborah A. Richard

December 27, 1953 - August 27, 2020