Richard Alan Eggerton

Richard 'Rick' Eggerton, 69, of Perrysville, passed away unexpectedly at Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital on Monday, November 18th, 2024. He was born July 19th, 1955 in Mansfield, Ohio to his beloved parents, Richard and Olga Eggerton. He is survived by: His Devoted Wife, Cathy Eggerton Children: Miranda (Casey) Shofner, Katyana (Kyle) Clark, and his Beloved Nephew: Jeremy Frank. Grandchildren: Christian Evans, Brianna Clark, Kaylee Clark, Grady Shofner, Remington Shofner, and Emma Clark. Sisters: Cheryl (Ray) Bowen, Tami (Mark) Eggerton-Troup, and Brother-in-law: Robert 'Bob" Frank. Nieces: Tanya (Ben) Bilger, Michele (Tim) Rush and Nephews: Dwayne Bowen, Brian (Autumn) Bowen, Stephen Frank, and many beloved cousins and relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents and his niece Andrea Brean.
Rick was a 1973 Graduate of Loudonville High School. He married the love of his life, Cathy Frank on October 13th, 1979 at Perrysville Baptist Church. They recently celebrated 45 years together. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He served as a long-time member of the Perrysville VFW Post #8586 Color Guard, Auxiliary Member, Member of American Legion Post 257, Sons of the American Legion, Member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2275 and a member of the Amvets of Bellville. He was an avid supporter of other Veterans, always willing to help anyone that was in need.
Rick recently retired from Siemens of Mount Vernon, OH after many years of dedicated service as a mechanical engineer. In his free time, he enjoyed riding his Harley, playing music with anyone that would listen, playing golf at Pleasant Hill Golf Course, telling corny dad jokes, and singing silly songs. He loved watching old westerns, relaxing by a fire, and making his friends and family smile. He had an ear for music, although he never learned to read music, he could play any song just by listening. He was a member of many bands over the years including: Herb, Barb & the Country Persuaders, Foxglove, Crystal Legend, Off the Wall, Rellik, and many more.
He enjoyed his career and loved all of his co-workers but always felt his greatest accomplishments were his daughters, family, and friends. He relished his life and his many musical talents.
A Celebration of Life and Military Honors will be held, Tuesday, November 26th, 2024 from 3:00-5:00 pm with military service at 4:00 pm at the VFW Post #8586, located at 2802 County Road 917 Perrysville, OH 44864. A private family burial will be held separately at Greenlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in the name of Rick to the VFW Post #8586 Auxiliary. Donations can be dropped off or mailed to PO Box 563 Perrysville, Ohio 44864.
Snyder Funeral Home- Lindsey Chapel is honored to serve Rick's family and encourages you to share a memory or condolence on his tribute page.