Richard Alexander Ford

Richard Alexander Ford, 34, of Canonsburg, Pa., formerly of Chester, passed away on Monday, Dec.10, 2018 following a two-year battle with sarcoma.  Alex was a Rainbow baby, born October 29, 1984, to Richard and Anne Ford of Chester, following the passing of his sister Erin Elizabeth on April 14, 1983.  He was also preceded in death by his beloved Grammie, Mildred Cantwell, maternal grandfather, Thomas Harris, and paternal grandfather, Claudius Ford.

Along with his parents, also surviving is the love of his life, Jennifer Wherry Ford whom he married Jan. 3, 2015. 

He is also survived by the light of his life, his 21-month old son, Mason Alexander Ford.  Also surviving is his devoted sister, Stephanie Ford-Jones and her husband, Matthew and their son Niko of Chester, Jennifer’s parents & brother, Paul & Sally Wherry and Paul Wherry Jr. of Canonsburg, his maternal grandmother, Rev. Irene Ford of New Cumberland , and Uncle and Aunt, Michael & Betty Ford and their family of Jane Lew, WV.  His treasured canine companions, Atlas & Ruby, will miss their wonderful times together.

Alex was a graduate of Oak Glen High School and West Virginia University with a Master’s degree in Safety Management. Prior to his illness, he was an employee of Hussey Copper.  Alex was a gifted artist in music and photography.

Friends may call at the Arner Funeral Chapel in Chester on Thursday, December 13, 2018, from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm.  Private funeral services will be held for the family.  Entombment will be at Shadow Lawn Memory Gardens in Newell, WV.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a scholarship fund for Mason Ford, established at Hancock County Savings Bank 351 Carolina Ave. in Chester.

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