Richard Horn Obituary
Richard G. Horn, 82, of Wooster, died December 3, 2023 at his residence.
Richard was born June 24, 1941 in Wooster, Ohio to Gaylord and Celia {Mandolin} Horn.
Richard graduated from Wooster high school, he then served in the United States Air Force.
He married Ruth Ann Fleming in 1966.
Richard worked for Frito-Lay as a mechanic for 42 years, retiring in 2002. He was a member of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Richard enjoyed traveling, skydiving, ziplining and reading.
Richard will be deeply missed by his son Timothy (Judann) Scott Horn of Eastlake; grandchildren Courtney, Allison and Logan.
Richard was preceded in death by his 2 sisters and 1 brother.
Friends may call Friday December 8, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home-Sherwood Chapel, Wooster. Memorial services will follow at 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home (and livestreamed at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com/obituaries/Richard-Horn). Burial will be at Sherwood Memorial Gardens, where military rites will be held. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.
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7067 Cleveland Road PO Box 761, Wooster, OH 44691
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