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Richard Hugh Gelatt (Dick)

April 23, 1933 - January 15, 2019

Richard Hugh Gelatt (Dick) passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at the age of 86. He was born in Elmira, NY on April 23, 1933, and resided in Covington, LA since 1977. A graduate of Penn State University, Dick pursued a career in industrial sales, establishing Gelatt Equipment Co, in Baton Rouge, LA in 1971. Dick was active in Playmakers Theater, and a volunteer at St. Tammany Parish Hospital and several civic programs. He enjoyed sailing and after retirement developed a passion for tennis, captaining several teams to state and regional competitions. Loving husband of Rebecca (Becky) Bernard Gelatt. Devoted father of Kimbery G. Oldham (Henry) and Richard H. (Skip) Gelatt Jr. (Sandy). Caring grandfather to five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Richard is preceded in death by his parents Sarah Alice Pennay Gelatt, Hugh Grey Gelatt and his former wife Billie Biggers Gelatt.

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Richard Hugh Gelatt (Dick) passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at the age of 86. He was born in Elmira, NY on April 23, 1933, and resided in Covington, LA since 1977. A graduate of Penn State University, Dick pursued a career in industrial... View Obituary & Service Information

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