Herns, Richard A. Richard passed away tragically as the result of an accident on Saturday December 10th, 2016 at the age of 63. He was predeceased by his parents Lillian (Hannah) and Leo Herns, brothers Benny and Harold Herns and sister Roseanne Herns. He was the loved father of Benji (Kaley) and grandfather of James, Willow and Leo Herns. He will be sadly missed by brothers Carmen (Diane) and Norman (Diane) Herns, sister Leona Herns, his nieces, nephews, family, his cherished cat Tom and many friends. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home on Tuesday December 20th, 2016, from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. and 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Family and friends will gather to celebrate his life in the Maberly Community Hall Wednesday December 21st 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. In memory of Richard, those wishing are asked to consider a donation in his memory to the Lanark Food Bank.