William N. Radley, age 77, of Chillicothe died on Thursday, March 8, 2012 at Heritage Manor, Chillicothe, IL surrounded by his family.
He was born on December 28, 1934, the son of Norman E. and Rose A. (Honold) Radley. He married Dorothy L. Magee on June 30, 1956 in Chillicothe.
Surviving are his wife; two daughters, Cindy L. (Greg) Neal of East Peoria and Cathy L. (Steve) Barnett of St. Peters, MO; two grandchildren Kayla Barnett and Jared Barnett; two brothers, Raymond Radley and Frank (Shirley) Radley both of Chillicothe.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He retired in 1990 from Caterpillar, Inc., after 39 years of service.
Bill was a member of the Chillicothe Sportsmen’s Club. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, boating and water skiing. He also enjoyed a spirited game of pinochle or bowling with family.
He liked to work on cars, enjoyed midget and sprint car racing and attending car shows.
He was an avid Chicago Bears and Chicago Bulls fan.
Bill served in the U.S. Army.
A memorial service was held on Tuesday evening, March 13, 2012 at 6 P.M. at Weber-Hurd Funeral Home in Chillicothe. Jimmy Johnson officiated. Prior to the memorial service, a visitation was held from 4 – 6 P.M. at the funeral home. Cremation rites have been accorded. Burial will be held at a later date at the Chillicothe City Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Central Illinois Chapter, PAWS or to Rescue 33. Following the service, a light meal will be provided for family and friends at George Washington Lodge located at 1528 N. 2nd St., Chillicothe.
The family extends their appreciation and sincerest thanks to all the caregivers and staff at Heritage Manor and Hospice Compassus.
Online condolences may be submitted through www.weberhurdfuneralhome.com
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