Richard Szabo, 84, of Savannah, Georgia passed away on February 1, 2026. Richard was born on April 1, 1941 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Bethlehem High School in 1959. In August 1962, Richard joined the United States Air Force, where he served as a Draftsman at Hunter Air Force Base until August 1966. He continued his career as a mechanical engineer for the US Army Corp of Engineers, retiring in Savannah, Georgia, after 38 years.
Richard leaves behind his wife, Judith Szabo, of Savannah, Ga and two children, Amy and Greg (son-in-law) and Ric and a grandson, Tyler.
Richard is preceded in death by his mother, Irma, and his brothers, Michael and Ugene, all of Bethlehem Pennsylvania.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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Robert J. Miklas, USN.
Richard, you stand relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation’s defender. Have a smooth flight airman.
The White Family
Judith,
We express our sincere condolences to you and your entire family. May your memories and this promise give you the strength you need to endure, “…and death will be no more..” Revelation 21:3,4.
Carl Canicatti
Richard has been a great person and gentleman. For many years he has been a member of our weekly coffee group.
We share a common occurrence as both of us were the Air Force in the early 1960’s, and later in the Savannah District US Army Corps of Engineers. I am saddened for his departure. So long Richard…God’s speed.
Ronald Edwards
Richard you will be greatly missed. I enjoyed working with you for a great number of years.
Kurt Schlotterbeck
I knew Dick Szabo from his first Savannah area assignment at Ft. Stewart, Ga.. we worked together and our families became friends. Rest in peace my friend.
Richard Downing
I knew Dick for a long time through the Corps of Engineers office in Savannah and the softball team that we had (I don’t know exactly when, but it was fun). Later, at the weekly coffee, we compared arm bruises. I was already missing you Dick. Now I miss you more.
Richard Downing
2/15/2026