Richard Clinton Tillman

Richard Clinton Tillman obituary, Lima, OH

Richard Clinton Tillman

Richard Tillman Obituary

Published by Legacy on Dec. 12, 2025.
Lima, Ohio
Richard Clinton Tillman, age 69, was called to his Heavenly Home at 8:15 a.m. on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the Liberty Retirement Home.
Richard was born December 23, 1955, in Kenton, OH, to the late Clara (Vine) Tillman, who both preceded him in death.
Richard had worked for Plastipak Industries for several years and Poor Jack Amusements. He enjoyed playing video games, and he especially loved listening to music and watching movies. He also loved pecan pie and riding his bike around Lima, enjoying the scenery.
He is survived by his wife, Christine (Moye) Tillman of Lima; three children, Richard Clinton Tillman, Jr. of Harrod, Jonathon Ray Tillman of Lima, and OH, Daughter, Cassandra Marie (Rollie Thomas III) Benedum of Lima; two grandchildren, Shawn Michael Benedum, and John Tyler Benedum of Piqua.
He is preceded in death by his first wife, Freda M. (Reser) Tillman; brother, David Tillman; and sister, Iola Tillman.
Services celebrating Richard's life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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