Richard Bruehl

Richard Bruehl, 80, of Bristol, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026 in Doylestown Hospital. 

Richard was born in New Castle, PA to George and Kathleen Bruehl. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School,  and served in the Army during the Vietnam War in his early 20s and earned a Purple Heart for his service. 
Richard is survived by his grandchildren Elizabeth Portillo, Anthony Portillo, Caitlyn Efaw, and Sophia Efaw, as well as his sister Kathy MacDonald. 
 
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to the Veterans Association or  American Cancer Society. 

Carolyn

Rich was such a kind man always helpful and had a smile for everyone, he was one of our hero’s .

Steve

The world is a lesser place without you in it, my friend. I'll always miss our years of security detail at the DV3 Flag Memorial. Rest easy, brother.

MIKE MILLER Sr.

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. Rich, you will truly be missed my friend. I will definitely miss the good conversations at the flag Memorial with ya. RIP my Friend🙏🇺🇸

David

Rest in Peace Brother from one Wacko to another you were a great friend and Comrade! Welcome Home, Mission complete, we have the watch

Carmine

Rest well my friend. We had some great times in the parades. You will be missed by many.

Cindy Efaw

Rich quickly became part of our family almost 20 years ago. We were in-laws together as well as good friends. He was a wonderful man who cared very much for his family and friends. Richard will be sorely missed by many people. Rod and Cindy Efaw

6 Responses

  1. Rich quickly became part of our family almost 20 years ago.
    We were in-laws together as well as good friends.
    He was a wonderful man who cared very much for his family and friends.
    Richard will be sorely missed by many people.
    Rod and Cindy Efaw

  2. Rest in Peace Brother from one Wacko to another you were a great friend and Comrade! Welcome Home, Mission complete, we have the watch

  3. My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. Rich, you will truly be missed my friend. I will definitely miss the good conversations at the flag Memorial with ya. RIP my Friend🙏🇺🇸

  4. The world is a lesser place without you in it, my friend. I’ll always miss our years of security detail at the DV3 Flag Memorial. Rest easy, brother.

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