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Richard “Rich” R. Wagner, 74, of Burlington, KY passed away at the University of Cincinnati Hospital in the early morning hours of Monday, April 3, 2023. Rich was born in Covington, KY on July 12, 1948, to the late Raymond and Laverne Mai Wagner.
Rich grew up in Covington, KY. He graduated from Covington Catholic High School in the class of 1966. Rich proudly served his country in the United States Airforce National Guard for several years. He was an IT Mainframe operations manager at Kroger for many years before he retired. Having such a strong work ethic like Rich did, he didn’t stay retired for long. He went back to work for VASCOR Transport as a truck driver. He loved driving his truck and helping people out wherever he could. Rich had a big heart and loved his family fiercely. He was happy when he knew he was making others happy first. Rich had a kind soul and was very compassionate when it came to his grandkids. He had a special relationship with all of them. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, camping, and vacationing to the beaches in Florida. He was a loving, giving, and humble guy who will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.
Preceding him in death are his parents, Raymond and Laverne Wagner.
Those left here to carry on his great legacy are his children Rich (Terisa) Wagner, Tina (Matt) Trumble, Lance (Kathy) Wagner, Lindsey (Joey) Svatba; grandchildren Lola, Cecilia, Zach, Alexis, Whitney, London, Elliot, Cole, Avory, Sage and seven great-grandchildren. Rich also leaves behind his loving companion and partner, Debbie Ligon-Louden of seventeen years, her grandson Jayden Louden who was like a son to Rich; stepchildren JR Ligon, Hubert (Patrice) Ligon, Victoria Louden; step-grandchildren Avery, Anne, Sophie; four siblings Sharon Scheper, Patti Brungs, Raymond Wagner, Gary Wagner; special uncle Don Mai, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a host of wonderful friends.
A visitation will be held on Friday, April 7, 2023, to celebrate Rich’s life from 3:00-5:00 PM at Linnemann Funeral Home 1940 Burlington Pike, Burlington, KY 41005. A funeral service will immediately follow where military honors will be rendered. The family invites all guests to stay for a celebration in Linnemann Event Center at the funeral home following the service from 6:00- 8:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Rich’s name to the Redwood School & Rehabilitation Center 71 Orphanage Road Ft. Mitchell Kentucky 41017. Rich was such a kind and giving man, he was an organ donor. Rich donated his organs when he passed away to help save and better the quality of another’s life.
Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
1940 Burlington PikeBURLINGTON, KY 41005
Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
1940 Burlington PikeBURLINGTON, KY 41005
Richard “Rich” R. Wagner
Address: ,Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
1940 Burlington PikeBURLINGTON, KY 41005
Spring Chicken
Rich came into my life when i was going through a rough time. I had lost my father, heartbroken, mad at the world. And wasn’t open to have someone else filling my dads shoes. I was far from the ideal step-daughter. I gave him a hard time, and tried pushing him away, and he always responded with love and compassion. He never tried to be my dad, but he always let me know that he was there. It didn’t take me long to realize he brought our family together, more then I could of ever asked for. Rich might not of been my father, but when I needed him, he was the first one at the door ready to fight for me. I couldn’t of asked for a more loving person to be a grandfather to my son. When Jayden was born, he didn’t just assume he was grandpa… He had the respect and morals to ask me if it would be ok for Jayden to be his grandson. It was one the best decisions of my life. Thank you Rich for coming into our lives and allowing us to spend 17 wonderful years with you. You will be terribly missed and forever in our hearts.
Loving family member
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Rich. Our family got to know Rich over 17 years ago. He was a wonderful man devoted to his family and friends. He worked hard and was always there when you needed him. We will forever remember his laugh and his words of wisdom. You will be forever in our hearts. Love Hubie, Patrice, Avery, Annie and Sophie.
Sending Love
Rich was one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. All he ever wanted in life was to see the people around him, people he cared the most about, to be happy. And would do anything for anyone who asked. The world truly lost a bright light on Monday morning. He filled any room he was in with laugher and smiles and he will be missed in our lives. He worshipped the ground the ground Jayden walked on and raised that boy as he would his own. Not many people would do that and that speaks highly to the character and mortal compass this man was guided by. If you made the effort to get to know him, he would bring you under his wing, consider you family and treat you as such. I am going to miss hearing his wonderful singing voice and seeing his dancing skills. The world lost a good man.
De mortuis nil nisi bonum
Big daddy
We have known Rich for 17 years and he was a wonderful part of our family. He raised Jayden like his own. I have been on vacation with him the last few years and it was a great time. My memories of Rich are all great. My prayers for Debbie and Jayden and family. Vic and family.
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