Albert Richard Eccard, Jr.

MELROSE - Albert Richard Eccard, Jr., 71, died 8:35 a.m., Friday, June 21, 2019 at his residence.  He was born May 5, 1948 in Lima to the late Albert  R. and Marcelle (Cross) Eccard, Sr.

Survivors include eight children: Lisa (Geoff) Waddles of Wren, Angie (Dave) Foss of Van Wert, Michele (Mitch) Bennett of Grover Hill, Annie (David) Roof of Ottawa, Richard Eccard of Payne, Chad (Deanna) Eccard of Canton, Ryan Eccard of Orlando, FL and Travis (Niki Hornish) Eccard of Oakwood; 19 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Art (Anita) Eccard of Oklahoma.

He was also preceded in death by a sister, Marcelle Eccard.

Albert Richard retired after 35 years with Dana Corporation in Antwerp.

In loving memory of Albert Richard Eccard, Jr. please join us for a Celebration of Life on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at the Continental American Legion from 12 p.m. until 1:30 p.m.

Arrangements under the direction of HEITMEYER FUNERAL HOME, Oakwood.

Condolences may be expressed at www.heitmeyerfuneralhome.com.