Surviving are 3 daughters: Rita (Richard) Edley, LaDonna (Scott) Daisley, and Elisa (Michael) Cekovic; 7 grandchildren: Ryan, Alex, Brandon, Joshua, Meghan, Brianna, and Ethan; 4 great-grandchildren: Sophia, Aleya, Jackson, and Greyson; and 2 sisters: Jeanne Cansler and Dolores (Frank) Williams.

He was preceeded in death by a son, Eugene Richie; and a brother, Ronaldo Richie.

Romal served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict as a Private First Class. He later retired from the VA Hospital as an X-Ray technician.

Romal had a love of art and thoroughly enjoyed music, reading, sports, like football and Altoona Curve baseball, and collecting antiques.

At the request of the deceased, a celebration of life service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by Santella Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice in memory of Romal.