Richard Roy Bantien Obituary
The world bids farewell to Richard Roy Bantien of Elk Rapids, Michigan, born in Armada, Michigan, departing on February 1, 2026 at the age of 93. Richard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Roy Bantien and Doris Bantien (Downey); his brother Robert Bantien; and his son-in-law Scott Jantz. He is survived by: his wife Suzanne Vaughn; his children, Rick (Teresa), Tim (Debbie), Steve (Suzanne) and Jenny (Scott); his grandchildren, Scott (Amanda), Ricky (Erikah), Kristin (Joe), Emily (De'Rhon), Brittney (Jason), Sarah (Dan), Brian (Chelsea), Mitchell (Brooke) and Taylor; and his great grandchildren, Ivy, Landon, Carter, Camden, Corbin, Makenna, Ella, Emerson, Riley and Tyler.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that friends share a favorite memory of Richard in the online guestbook.
