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James Risner Obituary
James D. Risner, age 51 of Middletown, OH passed away unexpectedly on March 10, 2024 in Middletown, OH. He was born in Middletown, OH to the late Roy and Delphia (Rose) Risner, attended Lemon-Monroe High School and enjoyed woodworking, car racing, playing pool and especially listening to music. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Sandra (Flanagan) Risner and his sister Deborah Risner. He is survived by his children Jessica, Brianna, Destiny, McKenzie, Gabrielle, and Austin Risner, 7 grandchildren, his sisters Linda Huff, Brenda O'Dell and Patricia Risner, as well as numerous extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly. There will be a visitation on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 10:30am-12:00pm with funeral services beginning promptly at 12 Noon, burial at Woodside Cemetery in Middletown.
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