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William "Bill" Richards

Downers Grove, Illinois

1954 - 2024-04-02 (Age 69)

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DIED
April 2, 2024
AGE
69
LOCATION
Downers Grove, Illinois

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William "Bill" Richards Died: April 2, 2024 On April 2, 2024, William "Bill" Richards of Downers Grove, IL, died suddenly of heart failure at age 69. Beloved husband of Sandra, nee Wegner; loving father of Victoria (Jay) Maxwell and Beckett Richards; proud Grandfather of Wyatt, Finn, and Sutton;...

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Sandy, thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort. We will miss Bill´s humor, outdoor music, garden design thoughts (Oh, those elephant ears!). Bill was a thoughtful friend and neighbor.

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Sandy, Sending only comfort and peace during this time. Stephanie Nora White

Bill was such a passionate member of the ULCC Arts Committee and so committed learning more about art. He was kind, smart, funny, and warm and will be so missed. Sending love and light to Sandy and his whole family. He will always be in our hearts.

Our deepest sympathy to Sandy, Victoria and Beckett. We will always cherish the wonderful memories we have of our two families growing up together. We send our love at this difficult time. The Webeler Family

Bill was a wonderful friend who stood tall as an art enthusiast. He was a force for good. My most sincere condolences to his beloved, Sandy and family. He will live in our hearts.

Sandy, Lucie and I are stunned and saddened by Bill's sudden passing. We are so deeply sorry for this immeasurable blow to you, the family, and to your and Bill's legions of devoted friends. Bill's great intelligence and deep wisdom were leavened with extraordinary self-deprecation and a rapier wit. He took his vocation and avocations seriously. Uncompromising integrity was his calling card and honesty his signature. Yet, Bill never took himself too seriously. Which is one of the...