George Richard Dick Mattocks, age 83, of New Castle, passed away the morning of July 17, 2017 at Jameson Care Center. Born May 26, 1934 in New Castle, he was the son of George A. and Elizabeth Cray Mattocks. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Jessel Mattocks, on April 18, 2007. A Union High School graduate, Dick received his teaching degree from Slippery Rock University. He was a teacher with the Laurel Area School District for 30 years until his retirement in 1992. He also worked at the YMCA as the aquatic director and camp director. In his spare time, Dick enjoyed fishing, boating and camping. He attended Epworth Methodist Church and St. Judes Episcopal Church. He is survived by two daughters, Judith E. Mattocks and Karen S. (William) Brown of New Castle; two sons, Timothy R. (Jackie) Mattocks of New Castle and Luke P. (Kathy) Mattocks of Verona, PA; one sister, Joan M. Pickel of New Castle; four grandchildren, Joshua Mattocks, Jessica (Nickolas) Suntheimer, Jeremiah Brown and Kevin Mattocks; and three great-grandchildren, Taylor Stefanyszyn, Ireland Mattocks and Gabriella Suntheimer. In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by one brother, James Mattocks. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the R. Cunningham Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 2429 Wilmington Road. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Castle View Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Jameson Hospice, 1211 Wilmington Road, New Castle, PA 16105. Online condolences and memories to share of Mr. Mattocks may be offered at www.cunninghamfh.com.