Richard L. Houser, age 88, of rural Bryant passed away on Wednesday May 22, 2024 in IU Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie.  He was born in Jay County on December 26, 1935 the son of Harold and Mary (Edgington) Houser.  He was married on June 17, 1955 to Ruth F. Wagner and she passed away on November 7, 2012.  Richard was a lifelong dairy farmer.  He was a 1953 Bryant High School graduate and was salutatorian of his class. He was very active in 4-H and served as a 4-H Leader for many years.  He was president of Bryant and New Corydon Senior Citizens and member of Redeemer Lutheran Church.  Richard loved music and enjoyed playing along with his harmonica.

Surviving are three sons Mike Houser of Bryant, David Houser (wife Cindy) of Decatur and Stephen Houser (wife Michelle) of Decatur, three daughters Patty Stephens (husband Lee) of Portland, Cathy Reef (husband Bob) of Berne and Connie Aker (husband Brad) of Bryant, one sister Diane Logan of Decatur, Fourteen grandchildren and twenty five great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by a sister Donna Sue Lalyer.

Funeral services will be on Saturday June 1, 2024 at 10:00 AM in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home with Pastor Dan Layden presiding.  Burial will follow in the Gravel Hill Cemetery.  Visitation will be Friday from 2:00 – 7:00 PM.  Memorials can be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church or Bryant Community Center.  Online condolences at www.bairdfreeman.com