Russell L Richards

Russell L. Richards Jr., age 78, of Mesa, AZ, formerly of Thornton, IL, passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2010. Beloved husband of 51 years to Sally Richards nee Pillasch. Devoted dad of Jim (Kelly), Glenn (Stephanie) Richards and Sandy McMahon. Proud grandpa of Sean (Alina), Korie, Taylor, Ryan, Casey, Kallie, Caleb, and Brianna. Dear brother of Shirley Richards Oram, Jane Elaine (Dave) Orr and the late Jeanne Pabst. Loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, January 6, 2011 from 3:00 " 9:00 P.M. at the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.) South Holland, IL. Lying in state Friday January 7, 2011 from 10:00A.M. until time of service 11:00A.M. at River Oaks Community Church 16931 South Park Avenue South Holland IL. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery " Elwood, IL. Mr. Richards was a Korean War Army Veteran, member of First Baptist Church in Mesa, AZ, and member of many organizations. Please omit flowers. For Further Information 708-333-7000 or www.smitsfh.com