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1939
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2025
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Richard Birkey Obituary
Hoopeston - Richard D. Birkey, 86, of Hoopeston, died on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Heritage Health Therapy & Senior Care, Hoopeston.
Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St., Hoopeston, followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. Burial will be in East Bend Cemetery, 702 County Road 3300 North, Fisher.
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Ronald Phillips
January 4, 2026
Richard and I had a good connection by phone for years. We had not visited in person due to COVID and my wife unable to travel due to a traumatic brain injury. But, me and Richard stayed in touch through the phone. His phone calls will be greatly missed. He married my Aunt Ruby and provided a good life for her. We deeply thank him for lovingly cared for my Aunt Ruby. But, God took him home, so rest in peace Richard. Well done you good and faithful servant!
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