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Funeral: 4 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Military Honors: Presented at the conclusion of the service at the funeral home
Richard “Rick” Race, age 64, of Louisville, Illinois, passed away Monday, March 27, 2017, at his home.
Rick was born October 7, 1952, in the Moline Public Hospital, the son of Gerald Dean Race and Virginia Joyce (Byrd) Race Tope. He married Tara (Traub) McKnelly on October 6, 1984. Rick graduated United Township High School in 1970 and served in the U.S. Army Reserves as a drill sergeant. He was baptized in the Methodist faith at Clover Chapel in Woodhull. Rick had worked for Spartons and Minwax, had operated a body shop in the past, and retired from East End Liquors, where he was a partner. He loved outdoor sports, camping, fishing, boating with friends and family, going to drag races, and boating races. He especially enjoyed mushroom hunting. Some of Rick’s most enjoyable moments were spending time at the farm gardening and being with his grandkids. He always had a joke to tell you and loved teasing everyone.
Rick is survived by his wife: Tara Race of Louisville; 2 sons: Richard Raymond Race Jr. of Independence, MO, and Lucas Paul McKnelly (wife Brittany) of Louisville; 7 grandchildren: Harley (Logan) Hilderbrand, Brittany McKnelly, Jada McKnelly, Gracin McKnelly, Garrett McKnelly, Kyle Race, and Katelyn Race; 1 great-grandson, Kasen Hilderbrand, on the way; 1 brother: Gerald Dean Race (partner Vickie) of Moline; 1 sister: Holly (Race) Crawford of Moline; along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and a son: Shad McKnelly.
A funeral service for Rick Race will be 4 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with visitation from 2-4 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Military honors will be presented at the conclusion of the service at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be given to the family to assist with medical expenses or to Clay County Hospice and these will be accepted through the funeral home.
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We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Rick was a good man that we thought a lot of. I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him. Tara, and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you for strength and comfort. R.I.P. Rick
Tara, we are very sorry for your loss. God Bless.
Our sympathy and condolences during this difficult time Tara. We will be thinking of your.
Tara and Family: We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and thoughts.
Tara, I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
I want you to know that I am thinking of you. Many thoughts and prayers for comfort at this time. Life is just plain hard. May you find that "peace that passeth all understanding."
Tara and Race family; So sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories.
Just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers!!
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Tara and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs!
Tara so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tara, so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family.
Please Know You And Your Family Are In Our Prayers Daily!!
Tara - I am so sorry for your loss. Rick was tired and he was ready to meet his maker. I am so proud of your strength! I honestly know how you feel and I am always here for you - If you haven't been through loosing your loved one it's confusing and it's lonely but you will make it through. Just remember I am here. I love you!
Sorry to here of Rick passing. Know you are in our prayers. Love Chris
So sorry for your loss prayers sent your way
Our condolences Tara and family on your loss. Rick was a great guy, always a smile and fun to visit with...he'll be missed.
The neighborhood wont be the same without him. He was a great man! Prayers tara
So very sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss ! He will be missed !!
I have so many great memories of Rick, as we were neighbors of his parents on Friendship Farm Road in East Moline. I met him about the time he graduated high school. He and my first husband became fast friends, and he and Rick spent many hours together working on cars. Rick was so much fun, always had a smile and a good word for every situation. I loved him like a brother, and will always remember his kindness to me in the most difficult times of my life. I know he will be greatly missed by all who loved him and whom he loved in return.
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
You are all in our prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Tara, I'm so sorry for your loss - my thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss.
We sure are going to miss him in the neighborhood! He was such a good man. Always had a smile on his face. Many thoughts and prayers for you all! We are here for you if you need anything at all!
Sorry to hear about about Rick. Prayers. A lot of happy memories at Spartons.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and your family.
Sorry for the loss of your beloved family member. My thoughts and prayers will be with you throughout this time of sorrow.
Tara you are in my heart, my thoughts, and my prayers. I will always remember the great time with Rick. You take care and know I will always be a phone call away.
I am so sad to hear your lost. Rick will always be a part of everyone that knew him. He loved life and family to the fullest. I for one was proud to call him my friend.
So sorry, Tara. God bless you all.
So very sorry for your loss. Rick was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers be with all the Family.
So sorry for the loss of a great guy! I will never forget the time at Forbes lake when he gave me my first ride in his race boat.
Such a sweet, sweet man. He always brought a smile to my face. My deepest condolences to his family and many friends.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers to you & your family.
Tara I have so many great childhood memories of you and Rick. From Forbes lake fishing and camping to East End liquors. I think so much of the both of you. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers. I pray you can find peace.
Thoughts and prayers to all!
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Rick. We had many conversations about a variety of topics. As a matter of fact, every time we saw each other an in depth conversation would ensue. I will keep Tara and family in my prayers.
You were an excellent person and you will be missed thanks for everything boss man
Tera and Family, Rick was a terrific guy and alway's took great care of his friend's and especially "his family." Thank's for the beautiful friendship and memories. I know the day's and year's ahead will have many hard day's, but also many happy memories. We are hear for you. ... Love alway's, Larry and Deb.
You were an excellent person and you will be missed thanks for everything boss man
Tara, we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tara, I am So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Keep his memories going! He was a good person with a great heart. Sounds like he had a bunch of great jokes to tell. If you need anything let us know.
Fond memories from my childhood of Rick. He & my father were friends as I was growing up on Friendship Farm Road in the 70's.
Praying for you and your family to find peace and comfort in the days and months ahead
Rick was a neighbor and a good friend on Friendship Farm Road in East Moline. His family has our sympathies.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Tara.
So Sorry Tara prayers for you and your family
Tara I wanted to say how sorry I am to hear of Rick's passing. He fought hard for so long. You were right there with him the whole time with loving support. I am in Florida so I won't be able to attend the services. You are in my prayers.
Words cannot express the sadness felt by his passing. He was a wonderful man and always made everyone smile. He talked to his brother everyday and I had the joy of being included in the jokes and laughter they shared. Those calls will put a deep void in our day. He will be so very much missed by all who knew him. I enjoyed vacations with Rick and Tara and those memories will be treasured for sure! It sure was painful seeing and hearing of his life fading away and knowing he was in pain, so God thank you for ending that and taking him home to heaven where his pain is no more! Rick will remain alive with us each and every day through beautiful memories! Rick was like a brother in law to me and Tara and a sister and friend. We love you with all our heart Rick and Tara! Sincerely Vickie VanderBeke and Jerry Race
So sad Tara for you and your family. We are thinking of you, with LOVE.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Tara and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Rick. I am praying for you and your family. Thinking of you.
Tara, You and your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers...Rick will be greatly missed by many. I am so sorry for your loss and may God grant you comfort....
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