John Richard Pal Sr. Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Richard Pal Sr. of Catlin, Illinois, who passed away on October 7, 2025, at the age of 100, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Richard Pal Sr. to show support.
In the sacred silence of farewell, John Richard is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that John Richard's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Pal and Jane Terris Pal; his spouse Beverly Smith; and his son John R. Pal Jr.. He is survived by: his grandchildren, Melissa Adams (Taylor) and Mitch Pal; his great grandchildren, Camrin Pal, Erik Pal, Austin Pal, Lexi Adams and Madison Adams; and his great great grandchild K. J. Pal.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 10th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Robison Chapel, Catlin, Illinois (103 Douglas St, Catlin, IL 61817). A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 10th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the Oakridge Cemetery.
