Richard Krahn of Columbus died unexpectedly September 22, 2010 of a massive heart attack. He moved to this area from Elgin, Ill., in 1992.

Richard is survived by his wife Vonda Krahn, his son, Bruce Krahn, and his daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Cedric Damby.

A remembrance celebration will be held in Elgin at a later date.

A memorial in Richards memory has been established for the Lanier Library, 72 Chestnut St., Tryon, N.C.