Richard A. Archer

Richard A. Archer obituary, Lodi, OH

Richard A. Archer

Richard Archer Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Parker & Son Funeral Home - Lodi on Oct. 17, 2025.

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Richard A. "Rich" Archer, 59 of Wooster, Ohio passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, October 3, 2025. He was born September 14, 1966 in Medina, Ohio to Gerald and Marilynn (Dennison) Archer.
Rich grew up in Spencer, Ohio and attended Black River Schools. He married Amanda Cutlip on July 3, 1999. Rich was a faithful Cleveland Browns fan and had worked at Teknor Color in Lodi, Sandridge Foods in Medina, and City Square Steakhouse in Wooster. He had resided in Medina and Wayne County most of his life.
He is survived by his daughters, Courtney Gerow and Misty Archer; son, Ryan Archer; grandchildren, Taylor, Bryson, Alayna, Maddilynn, Colten, Wyatt, and Nathan; mother, Marilynn Archer; father, Gerald Archer; sister, Kerri May; and brothers, Ron Pitz and Tom Archer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Amanda in 2008 and brother, Michael Pitz.
A Celebration of Rich's Life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with final expenses.
Arrangements by Parker Funeral Home, Lodi, OH. Online condolences may be shared at www.parkerfuneralhomes.com.

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