Richard C. Hatch ’58

Richard C. Hatch ’58, of Nazareth, Pa., formerly of Northampton, Pa.; Oct. 28. After receiving his PhD from the University of New Hampshire, he joined the chemistry department at Muhlenberg College. During his more than 39 years at the college, he served in several positions that included professor of chemistry, chair of the chemistry department, and dean of the faculty, as well as serving on numerous faculty committees. In 1973 he received the Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation Award, which is presented to a faculty member in recognition of outstanding teaching and for stimulating the intellectual development of students at Muhlenberg College. He enjoyed gardening and bird-watching and had a passion for the Philadelphia Eagles. He is survived by his wife, Deborah; a daughter; a son; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a brother.