BORN

1956

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Myers Funeral Home

2901 Guilford Street

Huntington, Indiana

Richard Poffenberger Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 27, 2017.

Richard D. Poffenberger 60, of Huntington passed away at his home at 2:09 a.m. on Saturday May 27, 2017. Richard worked as manufacturing associate at United Technologies for several years. He was an avid race fan and a former competitor at Baer Field Raceway. Richard enjoyed fishing and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was the pillar of his family.

Richard was born on June 7, 1956 a son of Donald and Carrol (Boger) Poffenberger. His parents preceded him in death. .


Survivors include his fiancé: Julie Coffman of Huntington; three sons: Ian Davis of Fort Wayne, Shawn (Rachael) Poffenberger of Fort Wayne, and Kyle (Ashly) Poffenberger of Huntington; a daughter: Jenni Poffenberger of Chicago; a brother: Kim (Deb) Poffenberger of Albion Indiana; and three grandchildren: Jarrod Brincefield of Fort Wayne, Ashlynn Poffenberger of Fort Wayne, and Ethan Poffenberger of Huntington.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday May 31, 2017 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at the Myers Funeral Home Huntington Chapel, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, Indiana.

A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday May 31, 2017 at 7:00pm following the visitation at the funeral home.

Memorial donations can be made out to the Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana in care of Myers Funeral Home, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, IN 46750.

To sign Richard's on-line guest registry visit www.myersfuneralhomes.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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May 31, 2017

Sheri Poffenberger Brennig

I was sorry to hear of Rick's passing. I remember going to his house as child with my father. I was grateful for his help after my father Ron passed away. Wishing his family and friends comfort and strength.

May 30, 2017

Donna Roemer

8 years, the best years. Peddle to the floor, turn left, and godspeed.

May 29, 2017

Cindy Eckert

I am so happy that you found love and happiness with Julie. I know that you are at peace.

May 29, 2017

Monica Eckert

You will be missed. May God keep you close always.

May 29, 2017

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