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Richard Eugene "Dick" Cummins

Champaign, Illinois

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THOMASBORO - Richard "Dick" Eugene Cummins passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family.

Born in Newton in 1937, Dick lived a life marked by love, craftsmanship and a deep connection to the land and sky.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 63...

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Family friend and dear friend to my brother Ronnie Johnson

I was so shocked today when I learned of Dick's passing. He was a great friend who I met when I worked at Kirby Hospital. I often helped him when he had an antique tractor question too. I was totally thrilled the day he took me up in his plane and flew me over my old stomping grounds. RIP my dear friend. Until we meet again. Greg Valentine

My condolences to Dick's family, I met him by chance looking to buy hay for my horse which later turned into his baling my hay for many years, finding out he worked many years with my Uncle Chuck (Charles Martin), and other interests such as firearms, especially his interest in older lever action Winchesters (Cowboy guns) and old tractors. I considered him a friend and hope that fond memories ease the sorrow of his passing for family and friends. My life was blessed by knowing Dick and I am...