Born November 4, 1941, in Mansfield, Ohio, he was the son of the late Helen Eleanora (Stotts) and Anton Breinich Jr. He was formerly employed as a Logistics Systems Coordinator for various trucking and shipping companies. Richard was an avid golfer and had previously worked as a volunteer for over 3 decades at the World Series of Golf Tournament held at the Firestone C.C. in Akron. He diligently followed all Cleveland sports teams. Richard was a member of the F.O.P.A. #6 for over 30 years. He planted a garden, canned his red raspberry jam each year, and enjoyed the time spent in his garden.
Richard is survived by two siblings, Patricia “Pat” Mehl and Terry (Venus) Breinich; the children of his departed companion of 44 years, Mary Louise “Tookie” Livers: Terry Shane (Michelle) Livers, John Michael (Connie) Livers and Stephanie Sue (David) Gardner; children of his previous wife, Kenneth, Christine and Russell Morris; multiple grandchildren; his beloved cat, Cocoa; and other cherished family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Breinich; companion, Mary Louise Livers; and brother-in-law, Robert “Bob” Mehl.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at Wappner Funeral Directors-Ontario, 100 S. Lexington-Springmill Road. The funeral service will immediately follow at 2:00 p.m. He will be laid to rest in Mansfield Memorial Park.