David Richard Marriott, 90, passed away January 15, 2008 at Manorcare in Champaign. Mr. Marriott was born on March 15, 1917 in Champaign County. He was the third child born to Richard and Mary Elizabeth Smith Marriott. He graduated from Urbana High School and attended the University of Illinois. Richard married Evelyn Jean King on December 17, 1939. They recently celebrated 68 years together! Richard was a wonderful father to five children: Jacqueline (Phil) Nigg, David Richard (Ann) Marriott, Joseph Carl (Jane) Marriott, Debra (David) Knight, and Jeffre Lee (Dodie) Marriott. He is futher survived by 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Joseph Wesley Marriott, his sister, Clara Picard, and one grandchild, Randal Dean Nigg.

Richard was a lifelong farmer in Champaign County. He worked for the State of Illinois Highway Department for a time, and retired from Somer Township Road Department. He was a member of the Carley Church until it closed and then the First Methodist Church of Urbana.

Richard loved Champaign County. He enjoyed life, playing cards, and square dancing. He was a blessing to all his family and friends.

Visitation will be 6-8 P.M. Friday, January 18, 2008 at Renner-Wikoff Chapel & Crematory 1900 S. Philo Rd. Urbana. Funeral will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 19 at the funeral home. Rev. Mike Smith will officiate.

Memorials may be made to Provena Hospice. Condolences may be offered at renner-wikoffchapel.com.