Richard Hagen

WILMINGTON—Richard Hagen, 80, of Wilmington passed away peacefully Friday, April 21, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born Nov. 16, 1936 in Mason City, IL, he was the son of DeWitt and Ruby (nee Wilson) Hagen. Richard had been a Wilmington resident since 1977. He was a machine repairman in the automotive industry. He retired from General Motors Corporation after 33 years of service and was a proud member of the United Auto Workers Union. Richard enjoyed fixing machines, repairing automobiles, and tending to his large garden, but what he loved more than anything was his big family.
He is survived by his children: Connie Edwin, Carol Louise (Johnny) Greene, Nannette Hagen, Mariann (Chris) Byers, Edith (David) Lull, Ruth Martin, Audrey (Erwin) Mock, Christine (Mihailis) Manetas, and Richard (Tracy) Hagen; his siblings: Mary Lou Harbert, Alan Hagen and Carl Hagen; 11 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Nancy Cleo Hagen (nee Stitt); his parents, one daughter, April Hagen; one granddaughter, Ruthie Kapetanios; four sisters and five brothers.
A  Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 12 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Chapel, 1201 W. Route 6 at Deerpath Drive, Morris, IL.
Visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of service at 12 p.m.
 As it was Richard's wish, cremation rites have been accorded.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to the family would be appreciated.

Family and friends may visit his tribute page at www.fredcdames.com.
Arrangements were made under the direction of Fred C. Dames Funeral Home in Morris.