5/21/2024
Richard D. Tweed, 91, of Lancaster, went home to be with his Savior on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Born in Millersville, he was the son of the late B. Irene Tweed Gingrich. He was the husband of the late Dorothy (Stauffer) Tweed. After working as an automobile mechanic for many years, he changed careers and worked for Coast Distribution until his retirement. He was a member of Neffsville Mennonite Church.
He will be lovingly missed by a son, Barry (Deborah) Tweed of Lancaster and a daughter, Bonnie (Duane) Newswanger of Conestoga; 4 grandsons, 5 great-grandchildren (2 more on the way), 5 step-grandchildren, 9 step-great-grandchildren and 2 step-great-great-grandchildren.
A private family service and interment will take place at the Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Neffsville Mennonite Church, 2371 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.