Anita Rich

Anita Fern Rich, 81, of Robinson, IL, died at 6:10 a.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2015 at Heritage Health in Robinson, IL. She was born January 20, 1934 in Honey Creek Township in Crawford County, IL, the daughter of Lester R. Rich & Elizabeth E. Rush Rich, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her son, Kyle Rich; by her brothers, Jerry DeWayne Rich and James William Love, Jr.; by her sister-in-law, Mildred Love; and by her brother-in-law, John Weger. She is survived by her grandchildren, David Rich (Westfield, IN) and Kristene Ikemire (Indianapolis, IN); great-granddaughter, Claire Emerson (Indianapolis, IN); her brother & sister-in-law, Veris & Louise Rich (Mt. Morris, MI); her sisters & brother-in-law, Wanda Weger (Round Rock, TX) and Virginia & Roy Decker (Flat Rock, IL); as well as several nieces and nephews. Anita was a 1952 graduate of Robinson High School. She went on to work for Victor Dana in Robinson for 42 years before retiring on June 24, 2009. Away from work, she enjoyed listening to country music and collecting Beanie Babies. She was a member of IAM Local #2293 Machinists Union. She will long be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 9th at the Tohill Cemetery with Celebrant Curt Goodwine officiating the service. The Goodwine Funeral Home in Robinson is in charge of arrangements.