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Daniel Risner Obituary
PINEVILLE — Daniel Risner, age 77, of Pineville, KY, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2019, peacefully at his home. He was born May 8, 1941, in Pineville, KY, the son of the late Henry Clay Risner and Laura Risner. He was a graduate of Bell County High School and Cumberland College. He was a retired school teacher and worked for many years at Pine Mountain State Resort Park.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Betty Christine Risner, Violet Malinski, William Risner, Wanda Risner and Marie Risner.
He is survived by his loving wife, Dora Ann Risner; Children, Jessaca (Russell) Greene, Jody (Tabitha) Risner, Latessa (Tracey) Miracle and Darla (Lee) Croley. Grandchildren, Abigail Risner, Emma Risner, Lucas Miracle, Madelyn Miracle, Kinley Miracle, Bree-Ann Greene, Hayden Croley and Bryson Croley. Siblings, David (Rosie) Risner, Mearl Risner, Ruth (Ron) Henn, Lily Mae Denny, Phillip (Fern) Risner, Joyce Risner and Samuel (Thomasa) Risner.
And a host of other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 7, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Creech Funeral Home Chapel, Middlesboro, KY.
Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, April 8, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at the Calvin Primitive Baptist Church with Elder Stacy Risner, Elder Ricky Dorton and Elder Jody Risner presiding. Music will be provided by the Calvin Primitive Baptist Church singers. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Interment will follow in the Miracle Cemetery at Williams Branch, Pineville, KY.
Guestbook and online condolences can be signed at www.creechfh.com
Creech Funeral Home entrusted with all arrangements.
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Earl Lester and Veda Davis
April 8, 2019
Daniel was an inspiration to me and many others.We send our love and prayers to Dora and family.
Dorothy Turner
April 7, 2019
Carl and I have known Daniel and Dora for a long time. I taught many times with Daniel. Daniel ALWAYS had a smile on his face. He was one of the nicest persons That Carl and I have ever met, and he was a joy to be with. We are praying for the comfort of his loved ones. May God be with you all and give you peace.
Charles and Shelby Long
April 6, 2019
So sorry for your loss. love and prayers.
Lora Morrison
April 6, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Terry Risner
April 6, 2019
Very sorry for Daniel's passing. He always uplifted and inspired me. I will miss his happy personality and caring selflessness.
Linda Mills
April 6, 2019
Such a great man.
Ellanie Hembree
April 5, 2019
Jody, Tabitha and family, so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. You guys are in my thoughts. Love you all and miss you guys.
Alan Adkins
April 5, 2019
RIP Dan
Judy Risner
April 5, 2019
For you, Daniel. May you rest in peace.
Judy Risner
April 5, 2019
Dorie, So sorry for you and all of your family. Also sorry to have lost another cousin. I know he will be remembered with love.
Charlene Boger
April 5, 2019
I will always remember your smile, you were one of the sweetest teachers at Blackmont. Never had you as a teacher but better you were a friend.
Praying for your wonderful family. Go rest high on that mountain....
Charlene Rutherford Boger.
John Hoskins
April 5, 2019
A fine, fine man! I always felt blessed to know him my entire life. He will be sadly missed.
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