Richard L. Vaughn Obituary (1942

Richard L. Vaughn, 77, of Dwight, IL, passed away at 4:21pm on Saturday, June 27, 2020 as the result of a motorcycle accident in rural Pontiac, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded, and a graveside service will be held at a later date at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elmwood, IL. Memorials in Richard's name may be made to St. Jude's or the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Hager Memorial Home, Dwight, IL is handling the arrangements. Richard was born on September 12, 1942 in Morris, IL a son of Vernon and Mildred (Christensen) Vaughn. Surviving are three brothers: Jim Vaughn of Willard MO; Alan (Cathy) Vaughn, Gettysburg, PA and Raymond Vaughn of Dwight; three sisters: Dorothy (Skip) Hahn of Dwight, IL; Margaret Bormet (Jim Breeden) of Loda, IL and Elizabeth (Don) Elsey of Dwight, IL and several nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; brother Edward Vaughn; sisters in law Judy Vaughn and Sue Vaughn; brother in law Glen Bormet and two nieces. Richard attended Dwight Schools and was employed by Caterpillar, Joliet, IL; Heritage Health, Dwight, IL and the Village of Dwight. He served our country in the US Air Force. Richard loved to ride his motorcycle. He was a good advisor. Richard was godfather to a few but a friend to many.