Richard E Painter, Jr.

Richard Eugene Painter, Jr., 69, of Spokane, WA, formerly of Chicago, passed away Mon., Jan. 22, 2018 in Spokane, WA.  He was born on Sept. 22, 1948 in Chicago, IL, a son of Richard Eugene “Buck” & Virginia (Barton) Painter.  In 1966, after graduating high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp where he served 2 years in Vietnam.  After being discharged, he then moved to California where he owned and operated Bear Concrete Service.  Eventually, he settled in Spokane, WA.  He is survived by:

 His wife,          Nadja Painter of Spokane, WA 

 2 brothers,      William (Carole) Painter of Chicago

                         Robert Painter of Columbia, MO

1 sister,            Marie (Thomas) Painter Saielli of Chicago

Several nieces & nephews who were very fond of him

He was preceded in death by his parents; 1 sister, Margaret Eskilson.

A graveside memorial service will be held Sat., Apr. 28, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. in Cedar Ridge Cemetery in Honey Bend.  No visitation will be held.  The family suggests memorials to Litchfield Veterans’ Memorial Garden Fund. 

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