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Richard Wessels Obituary
PEORIA - Richard "Dick" Wessels, age 71, of Peoria, Ill., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014.
Though his body stopped working Jan. 29 at UnityPoint Health-Methodist, we feel he left us from home on Jan. 26, after suffering a heart attack.
He was born Sept. 15, 1942, and was preceded in death by his parents, John F. and Frieda M. (Onken) Wessels.
He attended Peoria Central High School (1960) and Bradley University.
He had a 30-year career with Procter and Gamble Distributing Company, retiring in 1997.
Dick is survived by the love of his life, Laraine Marie (Wilson) Wessels. They were married on Aug. 28, 1964, in Peoria.
He is also survived by daughter, Sheryl (Daniel) Krengel of Guangzhou, China; son, Steve (Amy) Wessels of Peoria, Ill.; grandsons, Brandon Turek-Krengel and Tyler Wessels; granddaughters, Anna Krengel and Ashley Wessels; brothers, Jerry (Caroline) of Lincoln, Ill., and Bill (Kaye) of Park Rapids, Minn.; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Dick loved to play golf. He loved his gardens and walking his land. He loved traveling to the northern woods of Minnesota. He loved spending time with people. He loved to talk and visit. He loved his family.
Dick will be missed at the many sporting events he enjoyed attending for his grandchildren and at the Kickapoo hangouts where he and his friends solved all the problems of the world.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial visitation will be Monday, Feb. 3, 2014, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Davison-Fulton Woolsey-Wilton Funeral Home in Peoria. A celebration of life service will follow the visitation at 3 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to PFS Shelters (formerly Pets for Seniors), P.O. Box 64, Edwards, IL 61528-0064. He and Laraine have volunteered taking care of the cats and dogs for many years.
Please view Richard's obituary online at www.Woolsey-Wilton.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Wessels
Ray Howard
January 30, 2021
I could never for get Dick. What a great gentleman and a fun guy with his left handed golf club. Prayers for the family.
Sue Mason
February 24, 2014
Laraine:
Prayers for the entire family. Dick was one of the BEST Sales Team members I ever had the pleasure of working with. The trade loved him. I will always remember how he kept a mini can of hair spray for me when I worked with him after a "Bad Hair Day" in the 80's--he truly ws the best. Respectfully,
Jon Hughes
February 12, 2014
So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was a good man who welcomed me into the P&G family in 1977. My son Chris always enjoyed talking with him at the Jones shows in Springfield. He showed many of us youngsters how to be a true P&G er. I also had the pleasure of working with Sheryl during her Peoria years. Your album showed him to be a good husband, father, grandpa and friend who enjoyed life. He always had a smile on his face and he will be fondly remembered. My sympathy to all the Wessels family.
February 10, 2014
Sheryl,Dan and Anna
We all are sorry to here about the loss of your Father/Grandfather,You and your Family has our sincere sympathy.Our hugs and Prayers are with you and your Family.
Penny And the Tartan Custodial Staff
LouAnn Cameron
February 5, 2014
Laraine and family,
I'm so sorry to learn of Dick's leaving his earthly life, but I know he lives on in the arms of God and in your hearts. He always wore a smile! In all the years I saw him come to Thompson Food Basket, I never saw him frown or heard him complain. I know his passing will leave a big hole in your hearts, but you have your wonderful memories to sustain you.
February 5, 2014
Bill,sorry to learn of your brother's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your famiy. Rick & Julie Worley
Suzi Miller
February 5, 2014
Loraine, Steve, & Sheryl,
Our thoughts and hearts go out to you all...Dick was such a great guy and so much fun to be around. We loved seeing him when he came in to TFB all those years and visit with him. May your memories give you comfort and smiles when you remember all the good times together. Hugs, Paul and Suzi Miller
jeff and barb hoerr
February 4, 2014
We will all miss and remember him fondly. What a great guy and he lives in everyone he touched.
Barbara Bateman
February 4, 2014
My condolences to the family on your loss. Dick was a very special guy to the Procter & Gamble family...hard working, honest, friendly, but most of all loved life and his family.
Jan Bishop
February 3, 2014
Laraine,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how difficult it is to lose your "best friend". My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jan Bishop
February 3, 2014
Laraine,and family. We are so sorry to hear of Dicks passing. I have never met a finer gentleman. I always loved to golf with him and will miss him. God bless. Ray and Maxine Howard
Mark Heiser
February 3, 2014
To the Wessels family - so sorry to hear the passing of Dick. Looking at his birthdate I remember now how close my dad and him were not only in birth but as friends all through school and beyond. So happy to know he had a great life and got to enjoy it with all of you. Wishing you comfort and condolences as you get through this difficult time. With much love, The Heisers - Linda, Mike, Mark
February 3, 2014
Laraine, Cheryl and Steve-Dick was one of those people you feel will be there forever. A great father,husband and friend to everyone who knew him. And Laraine--you were the love of his life. To all of you, our deepest sympathy. The Heiser Family and The Clanin Family
Antke Moeser Onken
February 3, 2014
Dear Laraine, Steve and Sheryl,
we are so sorry.
Dick will be missed by his grandcousins
Martha and Antke
Georgeann Orton
February 2, 2014
My heart goes out to you, Laraine... And your family ...Losing such a great husband and father is truly sad and a loss to all who knew him, too. The guy could talk!...and I will think of him still talking going out the door of the shelter with you shooing him to get going...so the cats wouldn't get out ! Love you!
Your friend, Georgeann.
Richard (Dick) Kangas
February 2, 2014
Laraine, Cheryl and Steve
What a shock it was to hear of Dick's passing. We had some great times working together at S&S Market, going fishing and mushroom hunting in the spring. His garden was always the best. So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you !!
larry & cherie pillman
February 2, 2014
to the family, our deepest sympathy, what guy. he always greeted me with a smile. we enjoyed the grandson's summer baseball games. you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg Lohman
February 1, 2014
Cheryl, Steve and Mrs. Weasels, so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Mrs. Wessels, I never had the pleasure of meeting you but I knew Dick, Cheryl and Steve very well having spent time in the grocery business. Haddads, Ben Scwartz, Randall's and Eagle Foods. Also from working for Campbell Soup as a Sales Rep. Great memories of having known Dick. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
sandy helmig
February 1, 2014
So sorry for your loss! Dick was a great guy! Loved him a lot! He was a great friend of the freedom/shell in kickapoo! He will be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Barb (Frakes) Plack
February 1, 2014
Laraine and family, Condolences on Dick's passing. What a great guy with always a smile, Dick will be truly missed. Sending prayers to all of you.
Tim Wiles
February 1, 2014
Dear Sheryl, Laraine, Steve, and all the family--I was very sorry to hear that Dick passed away. He was a good man and a fun person. I wish I could be there with you to pay my respects and help you honor and celebrate his life. God bless you all.
February 1, 2014
So sorry to read about Dick. He was always such a fun and upbeat guy. Condolences to your whole family.
Karen Lynd Tilly and
Phil Tilly
February 1, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our sympathies to your family. Dick was fun guy, for sure.
Karen(Lynd) and Phil Tilly.
February 1, 2014
Sheryl, Dan, Brandon and Anna and family, Our sincere sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave and LaVerna
Janis Garrard
February 1, 2014
Sheryl,Dan and Anna, Although I have never met your dad please know that we share in your sorrow on his passing. He raised a great daughter and I could feel your mutual love in all your blogs and photos. May your teaching family circle you with their love and support in the months to come. Bill and Janis Garrard, the parents of international teachers Mark & Jennifer and daughter Sarah.
February 1, 2014
Laraine,Sheryl and Steve--
It was a shock to hear Dick passing away.
Dick was a great teammate as we worked
together during our years with P&G.
Dick was a great leader, and he will
live on,especially the people that
knew him.
My prayers are with and and your whole
family.
Howard Goodyear
Jack Kilborn
February 1, 2014
Laraine,So sorry to hear of Dicks passing I'm sure you won't remember me but Dick used to call on me when I was with Miracle Mart. He was always a true professional. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Jan Ordaz
February 1, 2014
Fond old memories of Dick...very sorry for your loss.
February 1, 2014
So sorry for the loss of your husband. He was a great guy. Sincerely Roger Sutton
Dick Velpel
February 1, 2014
Dick was a great man and will be missed by a lot of people.
Kaatie Baietto
February 1, 2014
Laraine, Steve and Sheryl,
I am so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
David Konze
February 1, 2014
Laraine, Sheryl, and Steve---
My deepest sympathies to the three of you on the passing of your husband and dad. One of the highlights of my days with P&G was heading to Peoria to work with and learn from Dick. He was the ultimate professional and represented everything we as a company wanted. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word and a total class act. We would not be in the car five minutes and he would want to give me the low down on what you--Sheryl and Steve were doing-he was so proud of the kids and then adults both of you became. I treasured my times with him both on a personal and professional level. Laraine I remember our times at the "cook your own steak place" and even if you weren't with us --he always wanted to take home an "apple brown betty" for you. He had a great impact on my life and I am a much better man from our experiences together. I will never forget his smile and positive attitude and characterized every aspect of his life. Thanks for sharing him with me
February 1, 2014
Sheryl,Dan,Brandon,Anna,
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandfather. Knowing that he meant so much to all of you.
Our hearts,thoughts and prayers are with you.Wish we were together so we could give you a hug.Always remember the good times you had with him.
Roger and Adele Grossklaus
Kymmie Hicks
January 31, 2014
Mrs. Wessles, i'm so sorry to hear of your husband passing may he rest in peace. Keep the good memories of him you would become more stronger each day.
Best Father, Tata and role model
Sheryl Krengel
January 31, 2014
Larry Benson
January 31, 2014
So sorry to hear of Dick's passing. We were friends at Central High School. He was a great guy.
January 31, 2014
Laraine, Doug and I send our sincere condolences on your loss. We know from Laverne that your family is and will continue to be very special and blessed. Bejie Friend
Neal Krei
January 31, 2014
The Deacon, Chicken, the Dickster was a one of a kine.We had more fun in 50 years than should be allowed. You will never be forgotten.
robert flanagan
January 31, 2014
my sympathy to my old neighbors the Wessels brothers from the old days growing up on brons and broadway streets in the 1940s. what a lucky family you had to have such a fine person in you family and in our neighborhood thoughts and prayers be with you. bob Flanagan.
January 31, 2014
We are all very lucky to have crossed paths with Dick. He was a kind, happy, funny and compassionate soul. He will be missed, but his smile and his laugh will never be forgotten. With a heavy heart, God Bless you Laraine and family. Charlotte Prunty--P&G
Charlotte Prunty
January 31, 2014
We are all lucky to have crossed paths with Dick during his lifetime. He was a happy, funny, kind and compassionate soul. He will be missed, but his smile and laugh will be remembered forever. God Bless. Charlotte Prunty--P&G
January 31, 2014
Sheryl and family, We share in your sorrow in the loss of such a fine and beloved father, grandfather, and spouse. Sending prayers for peace in all of your hearts. Bruce and Jean
Bonnie Coventry
January 31, 2014
Laraine and family,
You have my sincere sympathy. Dick was always a joy to be around and will be missed. Sending prayers for all.
January 31, 2014
Dear Steve,
Words may not express how sorry I was to see the passing of your Father.He is now with Our Heavenly Father in Heaven.
Regards Eric J. Grimm
Bill Flanagan
January 31, 2014
This is so sad, Dick was a great guy.
Kent Trompeter
January 31, 2014
I always remember Bill as a very happy man, he will be missed by all who knew him.
Rodger Moon
January 31, 2014
Lorraine ,I am sorry I can't be there for Dicks memorial.My heart goes out to you and the family!Dick was always one of my special friends.We went back a long ways!
Judy Jones
January 31, 2014
Laraine, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you mourn the loss of Dick. May your memories of him and the wonderful times you had together bring you comfort. Larry and Judy
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