Monday, June 2, 2025

Willard Ross Richey

Willard Ross Richey, 96 of Vermont, IL passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. He was born in Vermont March 22, 1929 to parents Walter and Marie (Teel) Richey. He worked several jobs and retired as park maintenance at Anderson Lake after 18 years in 1990. He loved playing cards especially rummy and cribbage.

He is preceded in death by his wife Betty, two sons Randy and Danny and an infant son. Brothers Charles, Bud, Lyle, Keith, sisters, Rose, Nelda and Linda also preceded him in death.

He is survived by daughters, Marilyn (Mike) Krominga of Pontiac, Kathy Henry of Astoria, Rita (Keith) Treadwell of Dayton, OH, Willa Campbell of Ipava, brothers James and Ted of Vermont, sister Maryann of Adair, daughter in law Patricia Richey of Rushville, and many nieces and nephews.

Grandchildren, Mandy Jo, Staci, Kari Jo (Dave), Keli, Heather (John), Jessica, Robert, Alex (Lacey), Taylor (Chris), Great-grandchildren Elijah, Kyrie, Richard, Brookelynn, Harper and Hudson also survive.

He was the best husband, dad and grandpa and was loved by all that knew him.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks- Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton.

There will be no services but a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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