William D. Richardson

William D. Richardson Went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Loving Dad of Donald (Janice) Richardson, David (the late Jackie) Richardson and Janet (the late John) Hopman; Proud Grandfather of Jason (Jenna) Richardson, Evan (Olivia) Richardson, Kyle (Kari) Richardson, Carly Badalamenti, Ally Badalamenti, Eric (Julia) Hopman, Rachel (Mitch) Droste and Cale Hopman; Fond Uncle of Lois (Curt) Johnson, Robert (Shar) Malinsky, Kent (the late Susan) Hanneman and Richard (Linda) Malinsky; Kind Cousin of Carol Maurer. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 69 years, Esther Richardson; parents, Paton and Elsie Richardson; brother-in-law, Russell Malinsky and sisters-in-law, Alice Malinsky and Ruth Malinsky. Bill was born in Chicago, IL, attended Morgan Park High School and was active in their sports program; served in the United States Army Air Forces in Japan following World War II and played football for the base team; studied engineering in college and worked as a draftsman, engineer and product engineer for various Chicago area corporations. As an avid sports fan, Bill followed the Chicago Cubs, Bears and Blackhawks; enjoyed fishing and vacations with both family and friends; constantly had a house project going; was known for frequently trading in cars when the "tires needed air"; often had a new joke to tell; and his sense of humor always put a smile on everyone's face. He will always be remembered as a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. For many years, Bill and Esther were faithful members of the River of Life Lutheran Church in Channahon. We are saddened by his departure, but strengthened with the knowledge that his great confidence and lifelong hope in Christ has now been made real to him. Funeral Service for William D. Richardson will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 11:00 AM at River of Life Lutheran Church located at 24901 S. Sage Street, Channahon. Pastor William Mitschke officiating. Visitation also on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 9:00 AM until service begins at 11:00 AM. Interment Chapel Hill Garden South Cemetery, Oak Lawn, IL. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Bill's memory to River of Life Lutheran Church.

William D. Richardson

September 15, 1927 - November 5, 2023