Richard Joseph Peterec

Richard Peterec, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and professor, passed away on January 5, 2026, at the age of 94.

He was married to his wife, Mary, for 67 years. Together, they had five daughters, to whom he meant the world. Taking care of Mary and his daughters was always at the forefront of his mind.

Richard taught for 41 and a half years at Bucknell University. Over those years, he taught countless students, opening the world for them. As an avid traveler, he led trips that allowed his students to explore parts of the world in exciting ways.

He was alert and curious about the world to the end and kept up with the news daily.

Richard is survived by his wife Mary; his daughters Gretchen (Gonzalo), Ingrid (Joe), Martha, Kristen (Achim), and Sarah (Lenny); eleven grandchildren: Anya, Alexander, Sebastian, Fabian, Elizabeth, Tobias, Catherine, Sara, Antonia, Joseph, and Gabriel; his brother Larry (Barbara); and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Louis and Olga Peterec, and his brother, Louis Peterec, Jr.