Richard "Rik" S. Anderson, age 60, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.

 

Raised in Milford, Rik was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and cousin who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard G. Anderson.

 

He is survived by his mother, Erica Anderson; his children, Cody Anderson, Cain Anderson, and Johanna Rutledge; his grandchildren, Rhean, Ayden, and Jayse; his sister, Maggie Anderson; his sister-in-law, Andrea Park; and his beloved aunt, Jan Kelley, along with cousins and friends who cherish his memory.

 

Rik was a graduate of Milford Township High School. He enjoyed spending time fishing and was a devoted Chicago Bears fan. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, who will remember him with love and affection.

 

Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Knapp Funeral Home in Milford. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11:00 a.m. also at the funeral home with Rev. Brent Zastrow officiating. Private burial with family will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Milford.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Iroquois Memorial Hospice, 200 E Fairman Ave, Watseka, IL 60970.

 

Please share a memory of Rik at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.