Champaign County OhArchives Obituaries.....Prince, Richard December 30, 2012
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The Urbana Daily Citizen abstract
Mr. Richard Prince was known as the man who loved his land, his farm, and the 
rocks that dwelled within them. At the age of 78, he was taken away from his 
family and community all too soon by a tragic accident.
Born on June 30, 1934, he maintained and grew the Prince Farm Homestead into a 
flourishing and vibrant grain and livestock operation, while farming over 
3,500 acres of land. Known for his love of restoring and refurbishing antique 
tractors, he relished his collection of over 50 tractors and accompanying 
machinery.
Richard spent a great deal of time frequenting antique tractor shows and farm 
sales poking around for objects and stove lifters – items others would 
consider as junk. In fact, he was known for turning junk into treasure. He 
could always envision the end product when others would simply turn their 
heads. His strong work ethic and never-ending passion for the planting and 
harvesting season was further exemplified by his commitment to helping others 
at all costs.
Richard would most likely describe himself as “just a farmer” but those who 
frequented his home or accompanied him to tractor shows knew he was a curious 
observer and a great guy with an infectious laugh. He was proud of his family 
and supplied them with the means and opportunity to become successful and 
productive contributors of our world. One of his life goals was to drive a 
newly built 9320 4W drive articulating tractor off the assembly line and in 
2006, he accomplished this in Waterloo, Iowa at the John Deere Manufacturing 
Plant. A member of five antique tractor associations, Dick (as he is known by 
many) hosted over 100 people at his home this past summer when he showcased 
over 30 restored tractors and entertained numerous members of the association 
from Ohio and beyond.
A cornerstone of the community, Richard would often be found driving around in 
his red pick-up truck or working on refinishing collectibles late at night in 
his shop, laughing with friends, and sharing stories with his fellow “tractor 
buddies.” He was the salt of the Earth and leaves a legacy of genuine 
comradery.
His love of his life, Joan Prince, died in 1996. Funeral services will 
conducted Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the CROMES FUNERAL HOME, 302 S. Main Ave., 
Sidney, Ohio with the Pastor Mark Atterholt officiating. The family will 
receive friends on Friday from 1 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home. A celebration 
of his life will follow at Rosedale Cemetery.

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