Richard J. Wilhelm Obituary
We are sad to announce that on August 27, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Richard J. Wilhelm of Peoria, Illinois. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard J. Wilhelm to show support.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Richard may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Emma Wilhelm and Willy Wilhelm; and his brother Robert L. Wilhelm. He is survived by: his wife Jenita Wilhelm; and his daughters, Linda Pleli (Josef) of Erlanger, KY and Jeanie Wilhelm of Tremont, IL. He is also survived by three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Historic Springdale Cemetery, Wheels O' Time Museum or to the Eureka Apostolic Christian Home.
