Richard Lee Lance

Richard Lee Lance, 56, of Sterling, passed away unexpectedly on March 11, 2026. Born on March 7, 1970, in Wooster to Roger and Patricia (Holcomb) Lance, he grew up in Sterling and graduated from Norwayne High School in 1988. Richard worked as a machinist at Seville Bronze and as an auto mechanic. He found joy in working on cars and riding motorcycles, and he will be remembered for his generous spirit and his willingness to help others whenever needed.

He is survived by his three children, Cory Lance, Brittany and her husband Shane Wasosky, and Jonathan Lance; his grandchildren, Caden Lance, Mark Pannell, Khloe Lance, Charlie Lance, Mason Lance, and Emarosa Wasosky; his mother, Patricia Lance; and his brother, Christopher “Chuck” and his wife Lynn Lance.

Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Kelly; his father, Roger Lance; and his sister, Leslie Lance.