Richard Max Wills

Feb. 10, 1931-Aug. 25, 2021

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Richard Max Wills passed away peacefully at 10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis.

He was born Feb. 10, 1931, to James Clarence Wills and Opal Capitola (Smith) Wills.

He attended Crawfordsville schools and graduated in 1949. He was a member of Mt. Zion EUB Church. He married Patricia Pearson from West Lebanon on Jan. 8, 1956. He was in the Air Force for three years, stationed in Germany during the Korean War. After his service, he worked for the post office for 30 years. He also farmed, he called it his hobby.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Patricia; son James Wills of Crawfordsville; a loving niece, Debi Wills of Branson, Missouri; and several other nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters, Rebecca Lea and Beverly Kay; two sisters, Barbara Cloncs and Betty Howard; and brother Rex Wills.

There will be a graveside service at 3 p.m. Sept. 1 at Oak Hill Cemetery, with Pastor Gary Edwards officiating. Sanders Priebe Funeral Care entrusted with care.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the charity of your choice.

Share memories and condolences online at www.sandersfuneralcare.com.


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