Richard L. Coffman Born: April 26, 1932 in Freeport, IL Died: June 10, 2024 in Polo, IL Richard L. Coffman, 92, of Polo, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by family after a hard-fought battle with prostate cancer. Richard was born April 26,1932 in Freeport, Illinois, the son of Herbert and Carol (Davis) Coffman. He was united in marriage to Beverly Reid on June 12, 1954 at the Polo Church of the Brethren. They had a wonderful 70 years together. Richard attended Carthage College and the University of Illinois and served in the United States Army. Richard was a life-long farmer, the fifth generation on the family farm in rural Polo. He was active in the community, serving on the Polo Bank, Polo School, Polo Ambulance and Dairy Herd Improvement boards, as well as a number of church boards. Richard also was part of the steering committee to organize the Polo Coop Association and subsequently served on its board. Richard was a life member of the NRA and 60-year memb

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