Richard A. Kinsley, age 86, of Lake Township, went home to be with the Lord on Monday September 3, 2018. He was born February 26, 1932 in Hartville, to the late Norman and Goldie (Mohler) Kinsley. He was in the Navy Reserves. Richard retired from F. E. Schumacher Co. as Purchasing Agent. He was a skilled carpenter and craftsman, very creative and enjoyed hard work. He had the opportunity of founding SH (Serving Him) AGAPE Bread Ministry. He loved all animals especially his horse, Magic and cat, Princess.

Preceded in death by his son and daughter-in-law Jeff and Carol Kinsley; grandson Michael Kinsley; and brothers Donald, Kenneth (Pauline); sister Kathryn Witters; and brother-in-law Wendell Kettering.

He is survived by his siblings Doris Kettering, Bill (Grace Reed) Kinsley, Jan Humbert, Shirley (Harold) Goad; siblings-in-law Nicki Kinsley, Marvin Witters; family friend Linda Miller; Great-granddaughter Lauryn Kinsley; former wife and care giver Grace Silvius; and also many loving nieces and nephews.

Calling hours are Monday 4-7 PM and Tuesday 10-11 AM at Arnold Funeral Home Hartville. Funeral services are Tuesday 11 AM in the funeral home with Pastor Donald Viebranz officiating. Final resting place is Sunset Hills Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to SH AGAPE Bread Ministry, 11011 Immel Ave., NE, Hartville, OH 44632.