Richard L. Magee, age 78 of Stockton, IL, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 3, 2020. He was born July 22, 1942; the son of the late Eldon and Eunice (Kunz) Magee. Richard married Margaret "Peggy" Sullivan on June 3, 1961.

He owned and operated Magee Concrete Construction for 12 years and for FS Stephenson Service Company for 18 years. Richard was also a volunteer fireman for 7 years. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Stockton where he served on the church board and finance committee to build Holy Cross School.

He loved camping, golfing and playing cards. He especially loved family time and Sunday breakfasts.

Richard is survived by his wife, Margaret "Peggy" Magee of Stockton; children, Tracy (Terry) Calhoun of Stockton, Richard A. "Butch" (Cathy) Magee of Stockton, Suzanne (Mike) Kriebs of Stockton, Steven (Andrea) Magee of Lena, IL, and Molly (Bruce) Musser of Stockton; 16 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and sister, Bonnie (Dave) Smythe of Martin Town, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Judy Guenther.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Stockton with a visitation before the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Stockton. A memorial fund has been established for Holy Cross Catholic Church and Boys Town. Condolences may be shared with his family at www.walkermortuary.com.