Richard A. Wilkening, 94, of Waukegan, IL passed away Sunday, May 15 at Thrive of Lake County in Mundelein. He was born in Mundelein and had been a Waukegan resident for many years. Richard was a United States Army veteran having served in World War II, and was a former employee of Sears Roebuck & Co. He enjoyed dancing and meeting with his many friends.
Richard is survived by his niece Lori (Dennis) Dougherty of Vernon Hills, nephew Rick (Roxanne) Wilkening of Indiana and great nephew Michael Dougherty of Round Lake. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Grace Wilkening, and his brother Donald Wilkening.
Due to COVID all services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Richard's memory may be made to a charity of your choice.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MarshFuneralHome.com for the Wilkening family.