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Funeral Service: 10 a.m. Friday, January 2, 2015 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Thursday, January 1, 2015 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery
Dorothy Lee Richars, age 80, of Pana, Illinois, formerly of Flora, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2014 at Gowin Parc in Pana.
Dorothy was born August 24, 1934 in Flora to James and Rena (York) McBride. She married Neil Eugene Richars on January 1, 1953 in Pocahontas, AR. He preceded her in death on October 12, 2012. Dorothy’s most important work in life was raising her family. She was of the Methodist faith and because Dorothy loved to share the gift of song, she participated in the church choirs. She and her siblings sang from an early age and she later performed in a trio.
Dorothy is survived by her children: Lee Ann (Steve) DeClerck of Pana, IL, Janis (Alan) Miller of Bettendorf, IA, Tony (Judy) Richars of Flora, IL, Mike (Ingrid) Richars of Coral Springs, FL, and Andy Richars of Decatur, IL; a brother: Robert McBride of Kettering, OH; a sister: Mary Emma Venegoni of St. Louis, MO; a brother-in-law: Kenneth Duane Richars of Ballwin, MO; along with 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a brother: James McBride, and a sister: Doris Barth.
A funeral service for Dorothy Richars will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, January 2, 2015 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, January 1, 2015 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association or Flora First United Methodist Church and will be received at the funeral home. To share a memory or express a condolence, visit www.frankandbright.com.
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Tony and Judy, Sending our most sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mom. So glad we got to meet her at the cabin several years ago, beautiful lady...inside and out. So very sorry for your loss.
Dorothy was a great person. And. Neil and she were very special friends of ours. We had great times together
Extending sympathy, Lee Ann. So glad I got to visit with you and your mom about a year ago or so. You and your family will be in our prayers!
Janis, your classmates send condolences to you and your family at the passing of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Janis, I'm sorry for your loss. Please know I will keep you and your siblings and your families in my thoughts and prayers.
Tony and Judy, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family in the loss of your Mother. May your fondest memories be with you always. Sincerely, Doug & Debbie
Tony and Judy, I just want you to know that I am thinking of you at this time. I send my deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family, Jan. Sending our prayers for comfort and strength and may your memories grow more precious in the days and years to come. We were privileged to meet her at Owen's bday a few years ago. May the knowledge of the resurrection be your great consolation. John 11:25 Mike and Shelley
We'll never forget Dorothy's remarkable sense of humor. Makes me smile just thinking about her. God's peace and comfort to all of her family. Love you guys, Susan And Jim
Our love and prayers, Fabian, Jerry, Hannah and Christopher
My condolence and prayers go out to the family. I did get to see Dorothy and Neil at our 60th high school reunion. Neil was one of the users at my wedding. We always kept in contact with Christmas cards. Velma Price
We miss Neil & Dorothy Both.... What fun we had with them as neighbors in Morton, Illinois.... Our sympathy for all the family..
Andy, Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony and Family, Sorry to hear that your Mom passed. My sympathy to all of you!! God is with you thru this time!!!!
Dorothy was such a good friend of mine for so many years and Neil was too. Please know that I'm keeping all your family in my prayers for comfort.
To all the family. I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss her a lot. I want to thank you for sharing her with me at Gowin Parc. She touched my life.
My condolences to the whole family. All of you were so special to her. I have so many fond memories of Dorothy and Neil and the fun we had and the singing we did. I am especially reminded of her when we sing "Victory in Jesus" in church. That was the song she always requested.
LeAnn, Janice, Tony, Mike and Andy - all spouses, kids and kid's kids We are so sorry about Dorothy. I know exactly how it feels with such and empty place in your heart and overwhelming sadness. You all have so many great memories and each other to help you through. I am sorry we can not be there to support you over the next several days. I know you will all be fine. Your mom was a great person, we too will miss her alot. We are keeping all in our thoughts and prayers and will of course stay in touch.
Cookie and I were honored to be a friend of your Mom, and further honored to know each of you. May you feel the touch of God's healing LOVE at this time of loss, and forever cherish the memories of a loving mother. Cookie & Ed
So very sorry to hear about Dorothy passing. She was a long time friend that always had a smile and hug for me whenever I was fortunate to be around her. Susan and I will keep you in our prayers.
Lee Ann, Janis, Tony,Mike, and Andy: I was sorry to hear about the death of your mom. Unfortunately, I will not be able to make it to the visitation or funeral. Your mom and dad were very special people to me. I feel fortunate to have known them and considered them my friends. Please accept my deepest sympathy at this time of your loss.
To Casey and Laura, So sorry to hear of your grandmother's passing. I know you will miss her. She was such fun to be around at family gatherings. A big hug to you both for us. God Bless you and your family.
My condolences to the family. I did not know Dorothy well, but she was obviously a very nice lady. I knew Neil well through the Masonic Lodge. I was one of many who was mentored by Neil. My wife Ruthie was honored to decorate a nice retirement cake for him when he retired as District Deputy. I know Neil and Dorothy both enjoyed that.
So very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, Janis. May you and your family be filled with God's peace and with the comfort of friends and family during this difficult time.
Andy--We were so sorry to learn of your Mother's death. I always enjoyed talking to your Mom when you were in high school and a good friend of Tim's. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Andy . . . our thoughts and prayers are with you from Morton High School's Class of 1982 . . . cherish the memories!
Andy, sorry to hear about the loss of your parents. I think about you often, and hope to see you sometime soon. Tim
Andy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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