Richard A. Beatty IV, 69, of Burlington, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025. Born in Trenton he attended Northern Burlington High School and was a long time Chesterfield area resident. An automobile mechanic by trade, Rich worked for various places over the years, before focusing on small engine repair and working for Grover's Power Equipment in Chesterfield and Monmouth Power Equipment in Marlboro. He loved gardening and fishing, but his true passion was for motorcycles and riding his Harley-Davidson.

Son of the late Richard A. and Pearl Beatty, III, Richard is survived by his son, Richard Beatty V. and his partner, Chrissy Parks; his grandchildren, Summer and Kory Beatty; his girlfriend, Vicki Husted; his sister, Cindy Beatty and her partner, Henry Freck; his niece and goddaughter, Casey Lynn Thomas and many other extended family.

Funeral Service will be held 11 am on Friday February 7th at the Peppler Funeral Home, 114 S. Main St. Allentown. Interment will follow in North Crosswicks Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday, February 6th from 6-8pm at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Rich's name to Burlington County Animal Shelter, 35 Academy Drive, Westampton NJ 08060.