Service:
Celebration of Life
Sunday, March 1, 2026
12:30 p.m.
Willard Church of God
Willard, Ohio
Richard A. Mabee, 71, of Willard, Ohio, passed away on February 19, 2026, at his home.
Richard was born December 12, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Kenneth Wiley and Doris (Goodenough) Mabee. He graduated in 1972 from Howe Military Academy in South Bend, Indiana. Richard married Sharon E. (Hawk) Mabee on October 15, 1983.
He enjoyed cigars, playing the drums, fishing, boating, cooking, and grilling. Richard proudly served in the U.S. Army, where he received a letter of commendation for his service. He spent many years working as a truck driver and in auto sales.
Richard is survived by his wife, Sharon E. (Hawk) Mabee; his daughter, Jeanette Danielle Mabee (Lamar) Lewis; his brother-in-law, Craig Wells; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Doug Mabee; his father- and mother-in-law, James and Blanche Hawk; and his brother-in-law, Lyle Wells.
On Sunday, March 1, 2026 the Willard Church of God will be honoring Richard Mabee at the 10:45 AM service. At 12:30 PM there will be a Celebration of Life at the Willard Church of God along with a memorial luncheon.
Graveside services will be held at a later date at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio, where Richard will be honorably laid to rest.
Memorial contributions may be made in Richards honor to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741, The American Heart Association P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 or to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.
Online condolences may be made to Richards family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.