Richard Shutters

Richard F. Shutters, age 81, of Quakertown, passed away on December 25, 2020. He was the loving husband to Constance "Connie" (Neubert) Shutters with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. Born in Dublin, PA, he was a son of the late Elmer and Clarissa (Farrell) Shutters. He graduated QHS in 1957. He was among one of the Buxmont Champions for the basketball and football team. After High School, Richard proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1957-1961. Richard worked in construction for many years and retired from the maintenance department at the former Ametek U.S. Gauge in Sellersville. He was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Quakertown. Richard loved sports and traveling. He especially cherished the trip to Ireland with his family. Surviving along with his wife are daughters: Jennifer Shutters, (Jeff) of Nevada and Heather Shutters, (Jeff) of Quakertown and his dog Daisy. He was predeceased by siblings: Lee, Jane and Juanita. You are invited to visit with Richard's family and friends on Saturday, January 2, 2021 from 10:00-11:00 AM. A private funeral service will follow. Interment will be at Union Cemetery, Quakertown. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his memory to Quakertown Fire Company No. 1, 505 W Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951. To view his online obituary please visit www.nauglefcs.com.