Richard Katz, who owned and operated Katz Bagel Bakery at the corner of Park Street and Congress Avenue for 55 years, passed away on July 27, 2026. Orne paid tribute to Richard’s proprietorship of Katz Bagel Bakery. Some of Katz Bakery’s customers, who date back more than 60 years, including Councillor-at-Large Leo Robinson and CHS Class of 1970 President Charlie Sherman, have great memories of Katz Bakery and Richard Katz. Kenny Moore worked at Katz Bakery beginning in 1969, continuing as a baker there for the next decade. Richard Katz was the undisputed bagel king, a title that he will always hold.