Paul E. Risner, 76, died at 8:33 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19, 2015, in an auto accident.

He was born on Oct. 23, 1938, in Lima, Ohio to Elmer R. and Ellen Elizabeth (Gilroy) Risner and they preceded him in death. On May 19, 1956, he married Carolyn J. Gullett and she survives in Bluffton.

Mr. Risner retired from Rockwell where he worked as a machinist. He attended Grace Gospel Church of Ada.

Also surviving are three sons: Jeffrey (Rhonda) Risner of Ada, Alan (Tammy) Risner of Bluffton and David Risner; three grandchildren: Kyle, Nathan and Kelsey; two sisters: Judy Risner of Findlay and Brenda Risner of Lima.

He was preceded in death by four brothers: Rev. Russell Risner, Joe Risner, Michael Risner and Larry Risner; three sisters: Victoria Risner, Marilyn Rolston and Joyce Comer.

The family request no flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Gospel Church of Ada.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.