Richard Dean Horner, age 85 passed away early Monday August 1, 2016 in Wauseon. Prior to his retirement he had been a truck driver and life long area farmer.
Mr. Horner was born on January 23, 1931 in Bowling Green, Ohio. On April 26, 1951 he married the former Marilyn Richards and she preceded him in death last year. In his younger days he enjoyed bowling and playing softball. He was a US Army veteran having served during the Korean War.
Surviving is daughter; Betty (Steve) Cramer of Wauseon, grand-daughter; Melissa (Steve) Chase of Adrian, MI and great-grandchildren; Marcus Asbury and Collin Chase. Also surviving is brother; Roger Horner of Bowling Green, Ohio.
Funeral services will be private. Interment will be in the Wauseon Union Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Humane Society or the charity of the donor’s choice. Edgar-Grisier Funeral Home in Wauseon has been entrusted with arrangements.