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Richard D. Jess, known to everyone as Dick, passed away peacefully at Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital in McHenry, IL on August 30, 2024 at the age of 78. He was born on December 12, 1945 in Aurora, IL to Robert E. and Eleanore M. Jess.

Raised in Aurora IL, Dick graduated from East Aurora High School where he was a high jumper and played on the basketball team. He majored in music at Northern Illinois …

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What were Dick's favorite ways to spend free time?
Golfing, playing music
Golfing, playing music
Golfing, playing music
What were Dick's favorite drinks?
Coffee
Coffee
Coffee

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Born

December 12th, 1945
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Passed away

August 30th, 2024
McHenry, IL

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Cremation

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Richard "Dick" Jess