Richard R. Ream, 78, of Fredericksburg, PA, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Myerstown Nursing & Rehab.

Born in Lebanon, PA, on Feb. 24, 1948, Richard was a son of the late Warren and Rosalia (Schneider) Ream. He worked as an auto body technician and loved working on his own cars, including his beloved 1970 Camaro. He also enjoyed drag racing, being in his garage, and drinking beers with his friends.

He is survived by his companion of 35 years, Kathy Uffner Zellers; children, Richard Jr., Tammy, Jason, Erica, Bradley, and Pamela; stepchildren, Christopher Zellers and Katelyn Levengood; grandchildren, Ryan, Derek, Macie, and Avery; and great-grandchildren, Adalyn and Evelyn.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Denise; and brothers, Steve, Warren “Wally,” and John.

Funeral services will be at the convenience of the family. Thompson Funeral Home Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements. The family welcomes your memories and messages in Thompson Funeral Home’s online guest book at thompsonfuneralhomelebanon.com.

At Thompson Funeral Home, four generations of the Thompson family have offered their knowledge, compassion, and experience while serving the families of the Lebanon area for the past 135 years.