Richard D. "Professor" Bothe, 59, a resident of Cleveland passed away Saturday, March 21, 2009 in a Nashville hospital. He was an avid reader. He was preceded in death by his father, Andreas David Bothe and his brother. Survivors include his mother, E. Marie Bothe of Royersford, PA; sister, Anne Marie Bothe of McDonald; one niece. A gathering of friends will be held from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 28, 2009 at Ralph Buckner Funeral Home. We invite you to send a message of condolence and view the Bothe family guestbook at www.ralphbuckner.com.