Richard "Dick" G. Stelling, 66, of Jacksonville, passed away at 5:53 a.m. on April 17, 2011 at Care Center of Jacksonville. Dick was born October 13, 1944 in Springfield, the son of Frederick Otto and Grezalda Rose Mittnacht Stelling, Sr. Dick was a 1962 graduate of Springfield High School. He worked as a store clerk for Ideal Drugstore and worked in the repair and production department for Motorola in Chicago. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his brother, Frederick Otto (wife, Nancy Carol) Stelling, Jr. of Jacksonville; two nephews, Rick (wife, Gayle) Stelling of Jacksonville and Stephen (wife, Susie) Stelling of Nortonville; two great-nephews, Ricky Stelling of Jacksonville and Stevie Stelling of Nortonville; great-niece, Amanda Stelling of Jacksonville; and great-great-nephew, C.J. Price of Jacksonville. A private family graveside ceremony will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, 687 E. Linton Ave., Springfield, IL 62703. The family of Richard "Dick" G. Stelling is being served by Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Please visit butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
