Obituary of David Allen Richner

David Allen Richner was born on February 14, 1962 in Bad Axe, Michigan. He was born from the union of his parents: Walter John Richner and Evelyn Ellona (Clark). David received his education by attending and graduating with his class from Oscoda High School. He decided to further his education to pursue a career as a chef and attended culinary school.

David married the love of his life, Annette Marie Colby on August 6, 2003 in Tawas City. Together they raised three children. He worked hard to support his growing family by working as a proud chef at the Holiday Inn since the age of eighteen. He was known for his kind demeanor, great personality and his amazing soups, including clam chowder and French onion. David was a caring neighbor, mowing lawns for many of the senior citizens in his area.  He retired medically in 2004.

A natural handy-man, Dave could fix just about anything. He enjoyed watching football and baseball, never missing a Detroit Tiger’s game. He had a great sense of humor that will be truly missed.

David Allen Richner, age 56 of Monroe, passed away at 9:54am on Monday, October 29, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents.

To cherish his memory, David leaves his beloved wife of 15 years: Annette Marie Richner of Monroe; his children: Heather Plets of Black Lick, OH, Jeremy (Erica Warren) Barton of Monroe and Michael (Marlene) Barton of Monroe; his siblings: John and Mary Brashaw of Omaha, Nebraska, Donlad Brashaw of Blackstone, Virginia, Dale Brashaw of Port Austin, Michigan, Sandy and Terry Kirkbride of Saginaw, Michigan, Gary and Donna Richner of Big Rapids, Michigan, Sue and Jim Bradley of Snover, Michigan, Carrie Karnes of Clio, Michigan, Diane Machke and Sandy Sensenig of Port Austin, Michigan; four grandchildren: Hunter, Hailey, Braxton and Keira Plets; his best friend: “Big Mike” and many extended family members and friends.

In accordance with David’s families wishes, no public services are planned at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe, 2442 North Monroe Street (734)384-5185. Online guests may leave words of comfort and inspiration or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com.