Coach Richard Querner, a longtime fixture in the Lake Worth school community, passed away on November 27, friends and alumni said in social media tributes.
Kenneth Harmon posted a message saying Querner “passed away today,” that he was with family at the time, and had recently shared Thanksgiving with them.
Harmon asked followers to pray for the family and said he would announce arrangements when the family provided details.
A second post from Bryon Little confirmed the news to broader alumni circles: “For everyone in Lake Worth I came across this today. Coach Querner passed away today. My thoughts are with you and your family coach.”
Numerous Tributes Paid By Former Students and Friends
The outpouring of condolences and memories on both posts painted a picture of a coach who left a lasting mark on students and their families.
Jimmie Moreland wrote, “Coach Querner was one of the great ones! Prayers and condolences out to Travis and the rest of the family.”
John Blackmon called Querner “The best coach Lw had if ya ask me RIP COACH QUERNER YA MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US FROM LAKE WORTH ISD.”
Others echoed those sentiments and offered prayers. Tera Vineyard posted, “Prayers for his family and everyone he’s ever blessed!!”
Michael Castleberry responded with prayer emojis. Kimberly Matheny Cedeño wrote, “He was a great man.” Kevin Howard added, “I loved coach Querner prayers for his whole family and os son Travis.”
Chris Blake said, “Coach was awesome, he will never be forgotten.” Michelle Green reacted, “I just saw this!” Justin Tucker offered a brief “Prayers,” and Krystal Croley concluded, “I loved him dearly!!”
Those messages reflect a pattern common after the loss of a well-known local coach: alumni, parents, and former players sharing quick public remembrances while they wait for formal details from the family.
Several commenters specifically named Querner’s son, Travis, in messages of support, indicating family members are central to the community’s immediate outreach.
Kenneth Harmon’s post asked readers to keep the family in their thoughts and promised updates on service information when available.
For now, residents who want to send condolences or learn about funeral arrangements should watch for notices from the Querner family or official Lake Worth ISD channels.
Querner’s death prompted a swift and heartfelt response from the Lake Worth community, underscoring his long service to the district and the personal connections he built with generations of students.
