Richard E. "Cardo" McGary Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Richard E. “Cardo” McGary, 79, of Petersburg, IL went to his heavenly home on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, IL. He was born on June 11, 1940 in Springfield, IL to Luther and Pauline (Collins) McGary. He married Catharine Thomson on April 3, 1960 in Petersburg, IL. She survives. Also surviving are three sons, Keith (Shellie) McGary of Kilbourne, IL, Duane McGary of Springfield, IL, and Mike McGary of Athens, IL; two grandchildren, Kati (Ryan) Todd, Dylan McGary; one sister, Nancy (Dick) Cowan of Ocala, FL. and niece and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Richard was a member of the First Baptist Church in Petersburg. He was also a member of the Shambolee Golf Course, Route 97 Crusaders, and was an avid Cardinals Baseball fan. He loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, and watching sports. He will always be remembered as someone who was always willing to help people. He loved his family and spending time with them, especially his grandchildren. Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church in Petersburg, IL. Visitation will be held from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Pastor Rob Gallion will officiate. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Petersburg or to the Menard County EMS. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Hurley Funeral Home in Petersburg, IL.

Richard E. "Cardo" McGary

June 11, 1940 - March 14, 2020