Frank D. Risner

Frank D. Risner obituary, Saranac, MI

Frank D. Risner

Frank Risner Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7, 2015.
Risner, Frank D. 12/7/1932 - 4/4/2015 Age 82, of Saranac passed away April 4, 2015 in Cedar Springs, MI. He was born December 7, 1932 in Clayton, MI the son of George and Pocahontas (Howard) Risner. Frank married Ruth Ann Sebring February 3, 1958 in Ionia. He was an Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. He was a member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and life member of the NRA. He loved spending time outdoors, especially in Colorado where he loved to Hunt, Fish and Hike. Frank is survived by his wife, Ruth Ann Risner of Saranac. Children, Chris Risner and Barbara Harrington of Saranac, Brett (Ruth) Risner of Saranac and Valerie (John) Sarniak of Cedar Springs. Grandchildren, Christopher (Emily) Risner of Saranac, Shanda Risner of Saranac, Kristen Sarniak of Cedar Springs, Logan Risner of Saranac, Kendyn Sarniak of Cedar Springs and Spencer Risner of Saranac. Brothers, David Risner of Colorado, Richard (Faye) Risner of Orangeville and Larry Risner of Orangeville. Sisters, Ruthella Patrick of Orangeville, Josephine Bailey of Belding and Barbara (Donald) Patrick of Ionia. Two Great Grandchildren, Audy Risner and Brayden Eaton. His beloved dog, Cheyenne. He was preceded in death by his son, Audie Risner; brothers, Clayton, Elmer, Ollie, Ray, and Ted and sister, Dora Lee Howard. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. at the Lake Funeral Home in Saranac. Visitation will be on Tuesday 4-7 P.M. at the Funeral Home. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Fred & Lena Meijer Heart Center. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

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April 28, 2015

Hayle Johnson posted to the memorial.

April 11, 2015

John & Dee Fisher posted to the memorial.

April 7, 2015

Jeanne Hare posted to the memorial.

Hayle Johnson

April 28, 2015

His rosy cheeks and bright smile were always welcomed here in the Clerks office in Walden, Colorado. He will be missed.

John & Dee Fisher

April 11, 2015

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, Frank was a good man so young at heart and full of life, a very proud man. He will be missed but never forgotten. So sorry for your loss.

Jeanne Hare

April 7, 2015

RuthAnn, so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking and praying for you all. He's always been such a good friend and neighbor.

Char Gorby

April 7, 2015

Chris...So sorry to hear of the loss of your Father..I know how much he meant to you..I used to enjoy him coming in the store with you. Treasure the memories. (Char formally from Consumers Concrete)

April 7, 2015

Val, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you and your family. Many prayers for you during this time and I am here for you anytime - day or night.

Love, Pam Lappley Dohm

Sue Gebert

April 6, 2015

Val, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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