1940
Richard
2012
Richard E. Michael
April 15, 1940 — December 27, 2012
Richard E. Michael passed away peacefully at his home on December 27, 2012 at the age of 72, with his family by his side.
He was born on April 15, 1940, to Donald E. and Elena Loree Maxwell Michael.
On September 20, 1964 he was married to Carolyn Hastings Michael who survives. Two children were born to this union, Kelli Brian Williamson and Richard Scott Rhonda Michael. Four grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren also survive, Mackenzie and Jordan Williamson; Gracie and Cole Michael, and Meagan and Jordan Prickett.
Five siblings also survive: Bill Karen Michael, Donna Jerry Shelton, Carla Vic Gall, Debi Dennis Hauke and John Diane Michael. One sister and brother-in- law, Glenna Gary Leeth and special friend, Ty Sanders.
All of his remaining nieces and nephews were very special to him, plus a host of friends and neighbors.
Richard attended the Prospect United Methodist Church, and was working, sometimes without anyone knowing, on improvements at the church. He was a 4-H advisor for over 25 years, loved attending the fair and watching the youth to do their best. Richard loved sports, especially basketball and girls softball being his favorites.
Richard was a quiet gentle man who loved his family and was always ready to lend a helping hand to neighbors.
It was said he had a magical touch when it came to children and youth. Everyone knew him as Chief.
He touched many lives and will be greatly missed.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the Thompson Funeral Home in Hillsboro, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Prospect Cemetery.
Friends may call on Monday evening from 4:00 - 8:00 PM at the Thompson Funeral Home ,
Memorials may be made to the Prospect United Methodist Church, in care of Wanda Foster, 5759 W. New Market Road, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133, 4-H Youth c/o Jeff Perry at John Deer, 6720 US Highway 50, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133, Community Care Hospice, P.O. Box 123, Wilmington, Ohio 45177,
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He was born on April 15, 1940, to Donald E. and Elena Loree Maxwell Michael.
On September 20, 1964 he was married to Carolyn Hastings Michael who survives. Two children were born to this union, Kelli Brian Williamson and Richard Scott Rhonda Michael. Four grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren also survive, Mackenzie and Jordan Williamson; Gracie and Cole Michael, and Meagan and Jordan Prickett.
Five siblings also survive: Bill Karen Michael, Donna Jerry Shelton, Carla Vic Gall, Debi Dennis Hauke and John Diane Michael. One sister and brother-in- law, Glenna Gary Leeth and special friend, Ty Sanders.
All of his remaining nieces and nephews were very special to him, plus a host of friends and neighbors.
Richard attended the Prospect United Methodist Church, and was working, sometimes without anyone knowing, on improvements at the church. He was a 4-H advisor for over 25 years, loved attending the fair and watching the youth to do their best. Richard loved sports, especially basketball and girls softball being his favorites.
Richard was a quiet gentle man who loved his family and was always ready to lend a helping hand to neighbors.
It was said he had a magical touch when it came to children and youth. Everyone knew him as Chief.
He touched many lives and will be greatly missed.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the Thompson Funeral Home in Hillsboro, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Prospect Cemetery.
Friends may call on Monday evening from 4:00 - 8:00 PM at the Thompson Funeral Home ,
Memorials may be made to the Prospect United Methodist Church, in care of Wanda Foster, 5759 W. New Market Road, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133, 4-H Youth c/o Jeff Perry at John Deer, 6720 US Highway 50, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133, Community Care Hospice, P.O. Box 123, Wilmington, Ohio 45177,
To sign our online guest book, visit us at www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com
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