Obituaries

Richard W. VanFossen

April 27th, 1936 – February 7th, 2020

Richard Wayne VanFossen, age 83 of Ipava, IL, passed away at 9:50 am Friday, February 7, 2020 at the Roseville Rehabilitation and Health Care in Roseville, IL. He was born on April 27, 1936 in Ipava, the son of Earl Lloyd and Leota Marie (Smith) VanFossen. He married Marilyn Sue Ramos on November 6, 1999 in Macomb, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are two daughters, Nancy Richbark and Karen (and Kevin) Danner, both of Table Grove, IL, step-son Tony (and Michelle) Klockenga of Metamora, IL, step-daughter Vicki (and Rick) Willis of Peoria Heights, IL, six grandchildren; Jennifer (and Ben) Boyer, Ryan Richbark, Wesley (and Nicole) Seward, Matthew Richbark, Kyle (and Miranda) Seward, and C.J. Richbark, four step-grandchildren; T.J. Klockenga, Jackie Klockenga, Tim (and Lissett) Willis, and Dustin Willis, ten great-grandchildren; Allison (and Avery) Jacobs, Brent Boyer, A.J. Ellerman, Avrey Boyer, Christella Boyer, Grace Ellerman, Maisson Boyer, Madison Richbark, Emrey Seward, and Aiden Seward, and one step-great-grandson Eliah Lissett.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Donald VanFossen.

He was an over the road truck driver for many years. He also was an auctioneer, holding auctions with his friend Dean Roddis.

Dick enjoyed playing cards, visiting the gambling boats, going to auctions and working on tractors. He loved his dogs dearly.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 10, 2020 from 5-7 pm at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. A celebration of Dick's life will be held at 7 pm. Cremation rites will be accorded following the services. Interment will be in the Ipava Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be given in Dick's memory to the McDonough County Animal Shelter.

Condolences

February 8th, 2020

Dick was a good man..prayers to his family and R.i.p

February 8th, 2020

Oh my so sorry for your loss. Dick always wanted to get a restaurant, said I could cook there. He was my Dickie Do, a running joke. Loved him dearly. Rest in peace my Dickie Do. Cyndy and Mark Waller

February 8th, 2020

Dick was always a big part in our family and always had a smile and kind word..and of course a tease or two. Always Love you! God Bless Debbie Hollenback Lindsey

February 8th, 2020

When Dick would come to the Anticoagulation Clinic at MDH he would always joke around. He was fun to visit with and always respected others. He enjoyed talking about his dogs and the auctions. I was always blessed to have known Dick.

February 8th, 2020

Our deepest sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this time and in the days to come. It was a pleasure to visit with Dick and loved his great sense of humor.

February 8th, 2020

So sorry to hear of Dick's death. We grew up together in Ipava and were lifelong friends.

February 8th, 2020

I always remember Dick as a family friend. One who our mom could count on to put dad in his place. Going Saturday night to the auction house uptown Ipava listening to Dick and Ernie auction as I continue auctions myself I now see auctioneers a singers. Loved Dick and his girls

February 9th, 2020

Nancy and Karen-
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad...
Marla and Mike Rumler
Marlyn Jones

February 9th, 2020

Dick was always in good humor when we were growing up together. As his first cousin, I always enjoyed him and his parents. Sorry for the loss that his family is experiencing. Willis Smith

February 9th, 2020

So sorry He was always laughing and grinning, He and Jim were great friends when they were young also, Theyed talk about there younger years about racing each other on both blacktops and how many fast cars they had , They had some fun teenage years together, Linda Derry and family

February 9th, 2020

Sorry for your loss of husband ,father, and friend. Barbara and Ray Hamm

February 9th, 2020

Dick was a good friend of my husband, Jim Wickert.They ran around together in high school. Our deepest sympathy to his family. Rest in peace, Dick.

February 9th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Dick and I used to fishing. He and Mom were at the bar with me the first time we had a bat in there. They were both freaking out when I caught it with the broom and a bucket and took it out back. He loved to tease people.

February 10th, 2020

My condolences to the family.
Sandy Morrison

February 10th, 2020

My condolences to family I enjoyed his smile and laughter he will be missed by many.

February 10th, 2020

We only knew him for a short time, but he will not be forgotten. Barb & Keith

February 10th, 2020

Nicole and I loved visiting with Dick when we lived in Ipava. I'll miss him . Curtis and Nicole Baldwin