Joseph M. Kuntz, age 75, of Richmond, died Wednesday morning (July 3, 2013) at Rosebud Village. He was born in Connersville on January 16, 1938 to Edward T. and Thelma McHatton Kuntz and had lived in Richmond most of his life. He was a retired 17 year employee of Reid Hospital where he had worked in the dietary department. He was a member of Saint Mary Church. He is survived by his wife, Paula Kuntz; sister, Shirley (John) Mosgrove of Richmond; son, Michael D. Kuntz of Richmond; step-son, Jesse (Ramona) Reece (Collins) of Kokomo; 2 step-grandchildren and 7 step-great grandchildren; nieces and nephews including Kay (Brad) Currens of Oregon, Illinois. Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday (July 8, 2013) in Saint Mary Church. Burial will be in Dale Cemetery in Connersville. Friends may call on Monday (July 8, 2013) from 9:00 a.m. To 10:00 a.m. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Rosebud Village, 2050 Chester Blvd., Richmond, IN 47374 or to State of the Heart Hospice, 1237 W. State Road 67, Portland, IN 47371. Riggle - Waltermann Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. www.riggle-waltermann.com