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Spofford, Richardson L. Aged 98, of Chicago. Richardson was a lifelong resident of Chicago. Born on the North Side, he graduated from Harvard College and enlisted in the Army for WWII, then moved to Hyde Park and remained a resident of Hyde Park and Kenwood for the rest of his life. He was a tax accountant by trade. He loved to travel, and his family remembers many trips exploring the country. A love of camping and the outdoors was successfully passed on to his children, as was an appreciation for the culture and size of this country. He was keenly interested in history, including of Chicago and Hyde Park, and fed his literary appetite at the Chicago Literary Society and the Caxton Club. He also was a collector of antiques and rugs, which fit with his love of traveling around the world as well. Predeceased by his wife Janice, he is survived by his two sons, John and George, and his four grandchildren. A memorial service is to be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at Montgomery Place, 5550 South Shore Drive, Chicago, with reception following.
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I was informed of Dick's passing only recently. Sorry I missed the service. Last saw him at Janice's service.
I met him in 1973 when he was doing accounting for a family counseling center in Hyde Park with which I was affiliated. Would see him occasionally around the neighborhood and we would greet one another happily. Last visited Janice and Dick in the spring of this year and they were both quite lucid then. Lovely folks and they will be missed!!
andrew spotts
December 1, 2018
So sorry for the family's loss. In the days ahead may you find comfort in the God of loyal love and in the promise found at John 6:40
July 13, 2018
As you remember your beloved one, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in May God be your strength in this time of sorrow Matthew 5:4 "Happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted."
My deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help to ease the pain of your grief during this time.(1 Cor 1:3,4,,,
July 12, 2018
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