Richard M. Mackling of Inverness, FL passed away at his home on October 20, 2019 at the age of 81. He was born on July 1, 1938 in Stony Ridge, OH to the late Guy and Florence (Holthperry) Mackling. He proudly served his country as a member of the Marine Corps Reserves for 8 years. Prior to retirement, he was employed by Navastar and was a member of the United Auto Workers Union. Richard was married to his loving wife Barbara for 60 years until her passing on April 21, 2019. He and Barbara made Florida their home 20 years ago after relocating from Ohio and attended worship services at the First United Methodist Church of Inverness. In his spare time he enjoyed reading.
Richard is survived by his children: Guy Mackling II and his wife Virginia of Hickville, OH, Annette L. Durre and her husband Dennis of Mishawaka, IN, Tod Mackling of Inverness, FL,; and three grandchildren. In addition to his wife Barbara, Richard was preceded in death by his sister. Patsy.
Richard will be laid to rest with Barbara at the Lake Township Cemetery in Millbury, OH. Services in Ohio will be under the direction of the Eggleston Meinert and Pavley Funeral Home in Oregon, OH. Florida arrangements under the care of the Chas E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory, Inverness, FL.
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