Richard Wayne Hyser, Sr. Sr.

Richard Wayne Hyser, Sr., 87, of Roanoke, Indiana passed away Friday, August 8, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born June 7, 1938, in Huntington, Indiana he was a son of Clarence and Mildred (Parker) Hyser. He attended Roanoke School. On April 22, 1961, he married Carol Pequignot at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Roanoke, Indiana. Richard was a lifelong farmer, but he also worked at Ft. Wayne Country Club for 42 years. He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Arcola. Richard loved to golf, fish, hunt, woodworking and camping. Bird watching was also a favorite pastime. Traveling was a large part of Richards life with Carol, their children and their brothers and sisters. Richard is survived by his wife, Carol L. Hyser; children, Christine Pratt, Michelle (Michael) Gruettert, Lori Hyser, Debbie Gaff, and Richard (Teresa) Hyser, Jr.; grandchildren, Amber Pressler, Tadd (Jessica) Pratt, Clinton Gruettert, Katie (Frank) Reed, Jeffrey (Taylor) Gruettert, Alivia (Lane) Michel, Audrey (Andy) Jacquay, Karrisy Hyser, and Tayla (Michael) Sanchez; and 19 great grandchildren. Along with his parents, Richard is preceded in death by 12 siblings. Visitation will be 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, with Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 12305 Arcola Rd, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Burial will take place at Broxon Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given in memory of Richard to Masses at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Arcola or Stillwater Hospice. Visit www.DeMoneyGrimes.com to send Richard's family online condolences or sign the online guest book.