Richard Carroll Chandler Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Carroll Chandler (Byron, Illinois), who passed away on May 9, 2026 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Richard may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard G. Chandler and Mavis Chandler (Weiss); and his brother Jeffrey "Jeff" Chandler of Aurora, IL.. He is survived by: his siblings, Doug Chandler (Mary) of Batavia, IL, Scott Chandler of Grand Junction, CO and Michele Chandler-Basala of Vallejo, CA; his sister-in-law Elizabeth "Betty" Chandler of Aurora, IL; and his nieces, Sarah Chandler (Terry), O'Connor of Houston, TX, Katherine Chandler of Chicago, IL and Aleah Basala of Vallejo, CA.
