Richard “Rick” Dean Savage

Richard “Rick” Dean Savage, 71, of Table Grove, passed away at 2:34 p.m. on April 25, 2024 at his home. He was born on October 31, 1952 in Galesburg, Illinois, the son of Dale and Evelyn (Bowhay) Savage. He married Cris Ingalsbe at New Salem Christian Church in Adair, Illinois on February 12, 1972.

Rick is survived by his wife, Cris Savage of Table Grove; 3 children: Erin (John) Wherley of Table Grove, Alicia (David) Palm of Table Grove, and Derrick (Leeanna) Savage of Bushnell; his favorite child (dog), Shadow; 12 grandchildren: Alexa (Christopher) Vivona, Danielle Wherley, Andrew (Ashlee) Palm, Savana (Caleb) Lascelles, Levi (Kaylee Steele) Palm, Duane Brim, Addison Savage, Braxton Wherley, Jack Brim, Nolan Skinner, Niales Skinner, and Nash Skinner; 4 great-grandchildren: Isabelle, Elijah, and Isaiah Vivona and Madelynn Palm; his mother, Evelyn Savage; 3 brothers: Bob (Nancy) Savage, Terry Savage, and Kenny (Staci) Savage; 2 sisters: Kathie Savage and Cristy (David) Ramos; and 1 sister-in-law: Debbie Savage. He was preceded in death by his son, Eric Savage; father, Dale Savage; and 2 brothers: Mike Savage and Jack Savage.
Rick was a 1970 graduate of V.I.T. and worked for many years as a truck driver, a lifestyle he got to share with Cris as they worked as team drivers for several years. He enjoyed gardening, working on vehicles, and renovating his home. He enjoyed the time he spent with his family the most.
A visitation will be held on Monday, April 29, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Hurley Funeral Home in Havana. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Vermont Christian Church in Vermont, Illinois, with Mike Ulmer officiating. Burial will follow the services at Harris Cemetery outside of Table Grove. We would be honored for anyone that has access to a semi to bobtail in the funeral procession for Rick's final ride.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Truckers Final Mile at https://www.truckersfinalmile.org/donate. Online condolences can be left for Rick’s family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.