Richard Keith Palermo Sr.

Richard Keith Palermo Sr., 72, of Wonder Lake passed away peacefully at his home March 18, 2024.  Born in Chicago October 2, 1951 to the late Eugene and Mary Palermo.  Beloved husband of June (nee Kramer) for 53  years; loving father of Richard K. II (Dawn) Palermo and Victoria M. Palermo; proud grandfather of Rose Palermo; dear brother of Jim Palermo and Barbara Santogrossi; caring uncle of many nieces and nephews.  Richard is preceded in death by his brothers Michael and Timothy.

Richard loved life, whatever he found himself doing to occupy his time he was enjoying it.  He dedicated much of his time taking his family on vacations, they found themselves camping and site seeing all over the United States during their growing up years.  Along with camping, hunting and fishing were a favorite way to pass the time.  Richard also enjoyed watching Nascar, hockey and football; cheering on his favorites, Dale Earnhart and Jr., the Dallas Cowboys and of course the Bears and Blackhawks.  He was a member of the Wonder Lake Hunt Club and the NRA, and dedicated many years working for John Crane in Crystal Lake where in which he retired from.  Richard was a big hearted person who was spunky and fun to be around, he was passionate about music of all kinds but especially liked the oldies, rock and Conway Twitty.

Join us in celebrating the life and legacy of Richard Palermo Sr. for a time of visitation Thursday April 4, 2024 from 4:00pm - 9:00pm at Cardinal Funeral Home 7715 US Highway 14 Crystal Lake IL 60012 (Next to Flowerwood Nursery) Funeral Service will be held Friday April 5, 2024 at 11:00am at the funeral home.  Interment to immediately  follow at Mchenry County Memorial Park.