MAGNOLIA - Richard L. Vetter passed away, Apr. 12 2017, in Kent General Hospital, Dover.
Richard was born on Aug. 26, 1942, in Dover, son of the late Helen (Kulhanek) and Richard C. Vetter.
He had worked as a land surveyor for over 50 years, opening his own business in 1985 and then later worked for Century Engineering. He remained active as a surveyor after his retirement.
Richard had the unique ability to put a smile on people's faces and was always there for anyone who needed help. He loved being outdoors, and especially loved spending time with his family, particularly his two grandsons. Richard was a gregarious person whose fun-loving nature will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Richard was preceded in death by his first wife, Janet Vetter, in 2004.
He is survived by his wife, Judy Vetter; a son, Richard K. Vetter, of Camden; a sister, Alice Davis, of Dover; grandsons, Richard B. Vetter and Ryan M. Vetter, both of home; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be 7 p.m., Monday, Apr. 17, 2017, at the Pippin Funeral Home, 119 W. Camden-Wyoming Ave., Wyoming.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests honoring Richard with donations to Nature Conservancy of Delaware, 100 West 10th St., Suite 1107, Wilmington, DE 19801.
Letters of condolences can be sent via www.pippinfunerahome.com