More details have come to light about the death of Richard Riehle, the Office Space actor who died at age 78 earlier this month.A death certificate obtained by TMZ reveals Riehle passed from a stroke. It further lists oropharyngeal cancer, a type of head and neck cancer, as an underlying cause of death. Additionally, the certificate states that Riehle was cremated on October 23. Friends of the actor previously told TMZ Riehle passed of natural causes on October 15 in Los Angeles. Riehle appeared in over 400 projects throughout the course of his career.While he’s best known for playing Tom Smykowski in Office Space, his resume includes many iconic television shows and classic films. A death certificate reveals Richard Riehle passed from a stroke and oropharyngeal cancer, a type of head and neck cancer, that was listed as an underlying cause of his passing Riehle is best known for his portrayal of Tom Smykowski in Office Space; Source: IMDbSome of his notable roles include playing the guard who allowed Harrison Ford to escape custody in 1993’s The Fugitive, and Rob Schneider’s father in the 1999 comedy Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo.While he never landed any major leading roles, Riehle was easily one of Hollywood’s most prolific character actors.Fans of arthouse cinema will remember Riehle from his parts in Gregg Araki’s Mysterious Skin, Todd Solondz’s Palindromes, and the cult stoner comedy Smiley Face with Anna Faris.When it comes to the horror genre, Riehle had memorable appearances in the 2006 cult slasher Hatchet, Rob Zombie’s Halloween II, and Texas Chainsaw 3D.His resume in comedy is vast, with Riehle starring in Joe Dirt, Bridesmaids, Pauly Shore’s Jury Duty, and Pee-wee’s Big Holiday.He also appeared in action flicks like Executive Decision with Kurt Russell, Mercury Rising with Bruce Willis, and Lethal Weapon 4 with Mel Gibson.His television work is expansive and includes roles in Murder, She Wrote, Roseanne, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Ally McBeal, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, 7th Heaven, Two and a Half Men, Black-ish, and Drunk History.When previously reached for comment, Riehle’s agency Wright Entertainment said, ‘We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of our beloved client, Richard Riehle, this past weekend. Riehle appeared in over 400 projects throughout the course of his career’A remarkable actor whose career in theater, film, and television spanned nearly five decades and more than 400 projects, Richard leaves behind an extraordinary legacy,’ they continued.’Beyond his immense talent, he will be remembered for his genuine goodness, boundless kindness, and unwavering generosity, particularly toward emerging actors and filmmakers, whom he encouraged and supported at every opportunity.’They finished, ‘Our industry has lost an exceptional talent, and our community has lost a truly wonderful man. We ask that his family’s privacy be respected during this difficult time.’ Riehle was born in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin in 1948.He got his Master of Fine Arts at the University of Minnesota and then started his acting career at the Meadow Brook Theatre before eventually making his way to Los Angeles. Riehle played Initech employee Smykowski who is laid off from the company but invents the Jumping to Conclusions mat after receiving a settlement from an accident According to IMDB, he married Jane Latham in 1970 and they had four children together.In a 2012 interview, Riehle said that his breakout part in 1989’s war drama Glory was one of his most cherished roles.’It was the most touching screenplay I’d ever read,’ he told Notre Dame magazine.’I didn’t have many scenes with Denzel Washington or Morgan Freeman… but to be a part of that cast was a highlight of my career.’He also said that being an in demand character actor helped him to have longevity in Hollywood.’I was older when I really got started, and it did limit things,’ he said.’But a character actor, you come in to make a little diversion, be the comic relief or add a little bit of intensity to what’s going on. You’re also liable to have a longer career.’