Edward (Ed) L. Rich's obituary , Passed away on October 3, 2024 in Wood River, Illinois

Edward (Ed) L. Rich

January 6, 1945 - October 3, 2024 (79 years old)

Wood River, Illinois

Edward (Ed) L. Rich's obituary , Passed away on October 3, 2024 in Wood River, Illinois

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Elias Kallal & Schaaf Funeral

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Edward (Ed) L. Rich

January 6, 1945 - October 3, 2024 (79 years old)

Wood River, Illinois

Edward L. Rich Obituary

We are sad to announce that on October 3, 2024 we had to say goodbye to Edward L. Rich of Wood River, Illinois, born in Alton, Illinois. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Rich and Ione Rich (Pence); his grandparents, Doc and Clara Pence; his brother Eldon Rich; and his brother-in-law Glenn Carr.

He is survived by: his sisters, Jo Anne Carr and Eleanor Fleming (Dave); his sister-in-law Kathie Rich; his nieces and nephews, Michele Ervin (Scott), Jennifer Gammil (Bobby), John Fleming and Justin Rich (Amber); and his great-nephews, Joshua and John Ervin.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Friendship General Baptist Church. Keep Edward "Ed"'s legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elias Kallal & Schaaf Funeral



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