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Funeral: 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2013, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Richard W. “Dick” Stanford, age 76, of Flora, IL passed away Sunday, November 17, 2013 at Flora Rehab & Healthcare Center in Flora.
Dick was born April 16, 1937 in Flora, IL to Harry and Mildred (McGrew) Stanford. He married Kathryn E. “Katie” Holloway on April 23, 1955 in Flora. She preceded him in death on October 6, 2002. Dick built homes with his brother and later worked in bridge construction throughout the U.S. He was a member of Carpenter’s Local #634. Through Mark Shell and Orchardville Church, Dick’s faith was strengthened and renewed. Dick was a wonderful man who loved to fish, hunt, and train dogs and enjoyed working in his garden and yard.
He is survived by his soul mate, Ruthee Myers of Flora, who spent 10 happy years together; 2 sons: Rick Stanford of Flora and Randy Stanford (Regina) of Ellettsville, IN; daughter: Chris Pierson (Raymond) of Flora; 2 brothers: Bill Stanford (Jane) of Flora and Jerry Stanford (Evelyn) of Shannon, MS; sister: Sue Pettit (Dave) of Flora; 3 grandchildren: Michael (Kelly) Burdine, Hannah Fox, and Nicole Stanford; 2 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.
The funeral service for Dick Stanford will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora. Interment will follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Xenia. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
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The angels sing and heaven is happy. We pray for your comfort now knowing we will all dance together..hugs.
Thinking of you during this difficult time, prayers for peace and comfort.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family... We are so very sorry for your loss.
Rest well, good neighbor.
Thinking of you all and saying prayers of comfort...
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss, always pleasant, a very nice man, he will be missed.
Chris and family, I know this has been a long struggle for all your family. I do extend my sympathy and prayers. May God grant your comfort and strength in the coming days and weeks.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dick was a sweet man. Always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Hey Rick, I'm sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed talkin' to your dad .
TO CHRIS AND THE FAMILY, I HAD KNOW RICHARD FOR YEARS, HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON. HE HAD THE WORLDS BEST SENSE OF HUMOR. HE ALWAYS MADE EVERYONE SMILE. I AM SO BLESSED TO HAVE HAD THE PRIVILAGE OF KNOWING HIM. HE WILL BE MISSED. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT HE IS WITH THE ONE THAT CREATED HIM, OUR LORD. CHRIS, JUST KNOW THAT I LOVE YOU DEARLY AND WILL BE THINKING OF YOU. HANG ON TO THOSE WONDERFUL MEMORIES YOU HAVE OF YOUR DAD AND HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEART.
So sorry for you loss. Dick always had a smile and pleasant greeting anytime I saw him. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Very sorry for your loss. He was a very nice man.
Chris, You will always be "Daddy's Little Girl". Keep the memories with you. Blessings to you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your fond memories brighten your darkest days.
My Deepest Condolences to all the family and my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Dick was a great guy and a life long friend. So very sorry for your loss.
There are not enough words to describe how sorry we are for your loss. Dick was always smiling and had a kind word for everyone. We are praying for everyone. Heaven has another angel... Cherish the memories.
Sorry for the loss of your dad. Dick was always so friendly and caring.
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear of your loss...We will keep your family close in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. My love to you, Sue...I wish I could be there during this difficult time.
We loved your Dad and ALWAYS enjoyed our chats..what a wonderful man. So sorry for your loss. You ALL will be in our prayers!!
Sympathy is extended to the family. Sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss. May God bless you during this time of sorrow. You are in our prayers. Hold tight to the memories.
So sorry for your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you today.
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