Adam D. Risner

Adam D. Risner, age 47, of Mansfield, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, after a long battle with ALS.

He was born on March 27, 1977, in Mansfield. Adam graduated from Madison High School in 1995, and he went on to attend both The Ohio State University and North Central to study computer science and business. He worked as an IT specialist for Sutton Bank for over 20 years, and prior to that, he worked for Abbott Labs. Besides his interest in technology, Adam enjoyed riding and showing horses, and he practiced karate in his younger years. He was a devoted member of Faith Church. Above all else, he loved his children, and he did everything he could for them. He especially loved watching them play soccer. He will be dearly missed.

He is survived by his children, Colton and Callie Risner; his mother and stepfather, Patricia (Risner) and Matthew Janisch; his siblings, Sarah (Phillip Machalek) Janisch, Joe (Krystal) Janisch, and Amy (David) Messersmith; his significant other and stepdaughter, Krista and Aleah Thompson; his grandmother, Jean Risner; his nieces and nephews, Olivia, Alysandra, Ethan, Madison, Makenzi, Isabella, Emily, and Andrew; and numerous aunts and uncles.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Dexter Risner.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Werner-Gompf Funeral Services, ltd., 1106 Park Avenue East, Mansfield. Services will take place on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Franklin Church Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association, PO Box 37022 Boone, IA 50037, or to Faith Church, 1574 State Route 96 E., Ashland, OH 44805.

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