Richard P. Kuznitsky

Richard passed away February 5, 2025 in Springfield, due to complications from an auto accident near his home in North Bend.

Richard was born June 17, 1944 in Chicago, Illinois to Gershon and Ida Kuznitsky. He was raised in Chicago, the youngest of five children and graduated from the Illinois Institute of Technology. He relocated to the West Coast in the early 1970s.

Throughout his life, Richard cultivated numerous friendships and relationships in the Coos County area. He was an active member of the local Democratic Party, serving on its board and more recently as a non-board member. He also played a pivotal role in the establishment of Coos Head Food Co-op. Richard possessed exceptional skills in construction and design, co-founding Kuznitsky and Rubin Construction Inc. with his cousin Daniel Rubin.

Richard is survived by his sister, Pauline; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; his son, Eric (Melissa); granddaughter, Ella; his life partner, Bonnie Richmond; her daughters, Erin (Braden), Leigh (Zach) and grandchildren, Flora, Jasper, Neil and Nolan. Richard also cherished many dogs throughout his life and they held a special place in his big heart.

Private services were held at Sunset Memorial Park, Coos Bay. A celebration of life will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 16, at Black Market Gourmet, 495 Central Avenue in Coos Bay.

Memorial contributions in Richard’s name may be made to: coosdems.org or The Beet Food System (thebeetfsc.org)

As Richard said: “The best part of any journey is the people we meet along the way.”

Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com

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