Richard B. Bier
December 28, 1928 ~ October 18, 2013
Richard B. Bier was born on December 28, 1928 in Washington, DC to Aloysius John and Margaret Elizabeth Bier. He passed away on October 18, 2013. He resided with his wife, Peggy Rose Tucker Bier in Vienna, VA for 55 years. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Girard, Margaret, Charles, Mary, Venard and Angela.
Richard is survived by his sons, Mark (Denise)and Matthew (Deborah) and daughters, Margaret (David) and Michelle (Michael), 12 Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Richard was a Catholic, attending Sacred Heart, Gonzaga, and Georgetown University. He graduated from Catholic University with a Bachelor of Architecture in 1954 and then served as Captain of Engineering in the United States Air Force. He has since been a lifetime member of the American Institute of Architects. He worked for several Washington area firms including Donohoe Construction and Yeonas and designed building codes with the Metro Washington Council of Governments. He served as Director of Building Inspections for Arlington County. He then founded his own architectural practice. His many projects included architectural and historical renovations for many Catholic churches in the Metro DC area. Richard loved history, travel, reading, and most of all his immediate and large extended family.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Richard is survived by his sons, Mark (Denise)and Matthew (Deborah) and daughters, Margaret (David) and Michelle (Michael), 12 Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Richard was a Catholic, attending Sacred Heart, Gonzaga, and Georgetown University. He graduated from Catholic University with a Bachelor of Architecture in 1954 and then served as Captain of Engineering in the United States Air Force. He has since been a lifetime member of the American Institute of Architects. He worked for several Washington area firms including Donohoe Construction and Yeonas and designed building codes with the Metro Washington Council of Governments. He served as Director of Building Inspections for Arlington County. He then founded his own architectural practice. His many projects included architectural and historical renovations for many Catholic churches in the Metro DC area. Richard loved history, travel, reading, and most of all his immediate and large extended family.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Sending you love and fond thoughts of the long friendship our families have shared. Missing “Mr. Bier”, his warmth, kindness and humor…
Dear Dunnes and Biers, you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. What a beautiful life it sounds like he lived, and with a wonderful family! How blessed you all must feel to have had him. Love, Katie Rinker and family
I knew Dick as the handsome younger brother of my lifelong friend Nard Bier. I knew him too as the worthy son of AJBier whose job at the railroad association let me attend law school, marry my Anna Marie and buy my first house. I owe you Dick and all the Biers.
Peg – so sorry to hear about your husband. You may not remember me but we were in Five Hills Garden Club at the same time many years ago and then I would see you at Merrifield Garden Center making your beautiful floral arrangments. We are also neighbors (I live on Academy St) so if I can be of any help in any way. Just let me know. Lucille
Dear Peggy and family, My deepest sympathy for your loss. It appears he was a great man and you were both blessed. Thinking and praying for you and yours. Jay
Knowing you from your garden and your presentations has been a privilege. Our hearts are filled with sympathy for you and your family, Peggy.
Dear Bier Family, Mr. Bier was a very kind and noble soul. For this reason, God has called for him Only to reward him for his noble deeds in his life. Just know you are loved and supported by many. Arturo, Sonia, Veronica and Luis
So many fond memories of a dear man I met infrequently, but felt as though I knew a lifetime through his Maggie. Mr. And Mrs. Bier always welcomed me with genuine interest and affection. Sorry for us for losing this kind man, and looking forward to meeting him again on the others side. Until then, you’ll be missed Mr. Bier.
I didn’t know you all that well, but the whole family spoke very highly of you. I feel blessed to have met you. RIP Uncle Dick…until we meet again. To all family members, my heart goes out to you all. God bless everyone.
My Dearest Margaret Rose, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a true gentleman! My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. I hope all of your wonderful memories ease your pain and bring back smiles. Hugs to all of you xxoo
Ms. Peggy. You and your family are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. With deepest sympathies, The Murphy Family.
Ms. Peggy, Our deepest sympathy from all of us here at J.H. Radebaugh Greenhouses. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.