E.W. Richard “Rick” Templeton, 86, of Bronxville, NY passed away on November 12th, 2023. He is survived by his devoted wife of almost 50 years, Betty Cuningham Templeton; his loving sons Bayard (Alex) Templeton of East Norriton, PA and Rich Templeton of New York, NY; his loyal sister Anne Templeton MacAskill of Peabody, MA; his sister-in-law Ann Cuningham Keep and brother-in-law Scott Keep of Washington, DC; his nieces Kathy Keep of Washington, DC and Sarah (Mike) Perucci of Arlington, VA; and his grandchildren Issie and Jamie Templeton of East Norriton, PA.
Rick was born on August 28th, 1937 in Washington, DC. He grew up in Miami Beach, FL. After attending Miami Country Day School, Rick attended and graduated from The Hill School in Pottstown, PA in 1955. He then completed his BA at Yale University in 1959, followed by his MBA at Harvard Business School in 1962. He served in the US Army Reserve from 1963-1965.
Early in his career he worked in brand management at Proctor and Gamble and in new product development at Bristol-Myers. Later, he worked on a variety of independent investment ventures as chairman of INPID Group, followed by Hilbert, Peers & Young. He was an active volunteer and leader at the Harvard Business School Club (HBSC) of New York for more than 30 years, primarily in organizing programs and inviting speakers. This work earned him the HBSC President’s Award in 1995 and the HBSC Lifetime Achievement Award in 2005.
Rick enjoyed working and socializing in New York City. He also liked to play golf and tennis at the Rockaway Hunting Club in Lawrence, NY and on family vacations to Waterville Valley, NH. After he and his family moved to Bronxville in 1993, Rick enjoyed participating in the Men’s Group and several Christmas pageants at the Reformed Church of Bronxville. He also developed a fondness for paddle tennis and served as a member of the Bronxville Non-Partisan Committee for the Bronxville Board of Education.
A proud father, Rick would often be seen at his sons’ performances, sporting events, and milestones with a camera and camcorder in tow. He was also a huge supporter of his wife’s career and was a fixture at her galleries’ openings and events.
He was predeceased by his parents, Emma Wehr Templeton and Dr. Earl Richard Templeton (Miami Beach, FL), and his brother John Templeton (Atlanta, GA).
Visiting hours will take place on Sunday, November 19th between the hours of 2pm and 4pm at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, 20 Cedar Street, Bronxville, NY 10708. A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 20th at 11am at the Reformed Church of Bronxville, 180 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, NY 10708. The service will be live streamed at https://youtube.com/live/TiWwTVPw1_8.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made in Rick’s honor to The Hill School, online at https://www.thehill.org/support-the-hill/the-hill-fund or by mail at The Office of Institutional Giving, 860 Beech Street, Pottstown, PA 19464.
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Justin, Courtney, and Lily says
November 13, 2023 at 7:16 pmWe are so sad and sorry for this loss. What a beautiful person Rick was – and this is a lovely obituary for him. Bayard, we are thinking of you, Alex, Issie & Jamie, and your entire family during this time of grief.
Graham Nickson says
November 14, 2023 at 11:59 amI am very sorry to hear the news. You have been a constant support for him and we recognize what a special family you are. Rick was a unique individual and always a charming presence at the openings at the gallery. Greatest condolences and thoughts go out to you.
Graham, Dita, and all at the Studio School
Sharon Richardson says
November 14, 2023 at 7:36 pmHi Betty,
I’m sending my most deepest and sincerest condolences to you and your family. I am very saddened to hear of Rick’s passing.
For the short time that I knew Rick, he was a very funny person/patient who made me laugh. Please know that I’m thinking of you and keeping you and your family in my prayers for your continued strength and comfort.
Unfortunately I will not be able to attend the funeral to give you a big hug. Please know that I will be thinking of you.
May he rest in peace!
Warmly,
Sharon, Rick’s OT Practitioner
Lowrey Mumford says
November 14, 2023 at 11:09 pmSending love at this difficult, but better time. Rick is at peace and his legacy lives on in all of us. I worry most about Issie. I hope she is at peace with this passing. Take care, Lowrey
elena crespo says
November 15, 2023 at 3:31 pmSo sad to hear this news. I know him from the HBS Club, where we both were volunteers. He was always so enthusiastic and full of ideas. Such a friendly person. I have lots of fond memories from those years. My condolences.
Best, Elena
Chuck Webster says
November 19, 2023 at 4:15 pmDear Betty,
I am so so sorry to hear about Rick. He was a joy to hang out with whenever I saw him at the gallery. We always had great laughs, and I just loved how much he supported you and was proud of you and the gallery. I’ll think of him and his very classy hat forever.
Much Love,
Chucky, Lucy and Amy