Richard Zal Obituary
In loving memory of Richard Zal (Montgomery, Illinois), born in Chicago, Illinois, who departed this world on January 6, 2026 at the age of 77. Richard leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Richard leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his adoptive parents, Billie Marie Williams and Rustam Zal; his birth mother Betty Smet (House); and his sister Victoria Anderson (Chad). He is survived by: his girlfriend Donna Johnson; and his siblings, Rick Somers (Ginny), Beverly Somers and Jean Williquette. He is also survived by numerous other siblings, nieces and nephews.
