Richard Byron Wait Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Byron Wait (Robinson, Illinois), who passed away on February 1, 2021 at the age of 87. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lance Wait and Helen Knapp Wait. He is survived by: his daughter Sheila; his son-in-law Mark Elder of Robinson; his grandchildren, Erin (Ryan Heady), Andrew (Valerie Elder) and Heather (Doug McNary); his great grandchildren, Katelyn, Aiden Elder, Haley, Caleb, Grace McNary, Sean and Drew Heady; his brother Wilfred "Bill" Wait of Robinson; his former wife Vivian Inboden; and his wife Mona Coonce.

Thusly, social distancing measures will be in place, and it will be required that all visitors wear face coverings while in the building.

Memorial donations may be made to "Arbor Rose of Robinson", with envelopes available at the funeral home.