Richard “Dick” Wayland
92, of Quincy, formerly of Colchester
Richard “Dick” Wayland, age 92, of Quincy, formerly of Colchester, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Illinois Veteran’s Home in Quincy.
He was born July 11, 1933, in Colchester, to Jesse and Inza Reno Wayland. Dick was united in marriage September 5, 1953, in Macomb to Virginia Lee Parker. She preceded him in death October 26, 2006. He was also united in marriage to Dorothy Henness on May 2, 2016, in Macomb, she then preceded him on July 25, 2019.
Surviving to mourn Dick’s passing is 1 son: John (Laura) Wayland, Chapin, IL, 5 Grandchildren: William Wayland, Joshua Wayland, Jacob Wayland, Jonah Wayland, and Amber Wayland, 9 Great Grandchildren: LJ, Ariel, Winston, Jet, Jackson, Memphis, Melody, Asher, Jeremiah, and one on the way. 1 brother: Jesse (Red) (Carole) Wayland, Monmouth, 3 sisters: Especia Mason, Quincy, Darlyne (Kay) (Charles) Ackers, Avon, and Lyn Newberry, Ft. Madison, IA Dick was preceded in death by his parents, both wives, 4 brothers: Jimmy Wayland, Doug Wayland, Joseph W.
