Richard E. Lay

Richard E. Lay, 70, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020, in his home. He was born on November 9, 1949, in Chicago, IL, he is the son of Richard A. Lay and Gloria Lay. On November 9, 1968, he married Carol Manning in South Chicago Heights, IL. Richard is survived by his wife; his 2 sons, Gregory (Debbie) Lay and Phillip (Meagan) Lay; his 2 sisters, Nancy (Doug) Loschiavo and Janet Havens; his brother, Steven (Sharon) Lay; 6 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He is proceeded in death by his mother and father. Richard was a member of River Valley Christian Fellowship in Bourbonnais, IL. He loved all sorts of music and playing the guitar. He enjoyed going fishing out on the boat, racing, golf, and shooting. He adored being surrounded by his family and spending time with them. A visitation will be held Saturday, October 3, 2020 at the River Valley Christian Fellowship on 800 Cardinal Dr, in Bourbonnais, IL 60914, at 9am with a service following at 11am. Officiating the service will be Pastor Derick Miller and Pastor Sam Goebel. Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.