Richard Ray Talbott, 89, of Centralia, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Centralia.
He was born in Centralia on August 2, 1935, to Charles and Gladys (Wojnas) Talbott. On September 21, 1957, he married Sharon Moore, who survives in Centralia.
Other than his wife of 67 years, Richard is survived by three sons, Steve Talbott of Centralia, David Talbott of Florida, and Hayden Johnson of Centralia; a daughter, Tammy Onus (Kirk) of Alabama and a brother, Fred Talbott of Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Gladys Talbott; a son, Charles Talbott; a sister, Carol Moore and two brothers.
Richard was a paint contractor for over 50 years.
Per his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and no public service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family and will be accepted at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, Illinois 62801, (618)532-3523, who is honored to be of service to Richard’s Family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com and on the Funeral Home’s Facebook page.
