Rick was a 1975 graduate of Southern High School in Stronghurst. He had worked at the Bluebird Bus Manufacturing Plant in Mount Pleasant for a time, then later farmed in the Biggsville area for many years. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of the Henderson County Farm Bureau.
Rick loved farming with his mother and brother. He had a small herd of cattle that he enjoyed tending.
With great determination, Rick was able to climb into his combine this fall and pick corn; he got the job done.
His daughters and granddaughters were his greatest joy, and spending time with them brought him much happiness. His family was so important to him throughout his battle with cancer. They provided strength, support and love.
Survivors include two daughters, Ashley Link of Biggsville, IL, Cassidy (Cody) Minton of Burlington, IA, one step daughter, Melissa Wood of Burlington, his mother, Polly Link of Media, one granddaughter, Carlee Link, two step granddaughters, Takarai and Ziah Bell, one sister, Vicki (John) Keane of Media, IL, one brother, Chuck (Donna) Link of Stronghurst, and his significant other, Stacey Schramm of Stronghurst, IL. Also surviving are six nieces and nephews, Jenny (Mike) Wood, Robyn (Phil) Long, Kristina (Joe) Hathaway, Lisa (and fiancé Travis) Keane-Brown, Laura (Markus) Bruce, Chuck (Hanna) Keane and twelve great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father.
The funeral service for Mr. Link will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday November 7, 2014 at Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst with Dan Ashton officiating. Burial will follow in the Walnut Grove Cemetery, near Media. Friends may call after 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Banks & Beals, where the family will be present from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established, and will be designated later. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com.
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