Richard L. Claus, of So. Chicago Heights, IL, passed away December 11, 2006. Richard is survived by two daughters: Annette (Allen) UmFleet of Shelby, IN, and Janie (Butch) Keene of Brookhaven, MS. One son: Richard Jr. Of So. Chicago Heights, IL. , six grandchildren: Amanda and Alison UmFleet, Daniele and Rebecca Claus , Travis and Natalie Keene, one brother: William Claus, and sister Jeanine Peterson. Services were private. Arrangements by:Smits Funeral Homes-Steger Memorial Chapel.708-755-6100 or www.smitsfuneralhomes.com