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Robert Risner Obituary
1926 - 2017
Robert N. Risner, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away on November 28, 2017 quietly surrounded by his loving family. Bob worked for 38 years at the Department of Agriculture as a chemist after earning degrees from the University of Kentucky and the Ohio State University. He was a veteran having served in the Army during World War II. Bob retired in 1990 then traveled the country with his beautiful wife, Elizabeth of 67 years by motorhome. Bob was most happy spending time with family and keeping busy around the house he built. Bob and Elizabeth were members of the First United Presbyterian Church of Reynoldsburg. Bob's faith, generosity, kindness, and love are an example we all should aspire to. Private services under the care of Cotner Funeral Home, Reynoldsburg. Messages may be sent to his family by visiting www.cotnerfuneralhome.com.
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Herb USMC
December 6, 2017
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WWII Memorial
Herb USMC
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Motorhome / Travel the USA
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Herb USMC
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Retired 1990-- 38 years.
Herb USMC
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"ONE OF"
Herb USMC
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Herb USMC
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Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC
December 6, 2017
God Bless/RIP.A heartfelt Thank YOU,Bob for your service in WWII.The USA would NOT be as it is today.I treasure the freedoms for which YOU fought..And Semper Fi. Soldier.
Cloa Rose
December 3, 2017
My deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. All my love Cloa Rose
December 2, 2017
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