Rick L. Baber , age 67, of Lena, IL passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at home. He was born in Freeport, IL on April 20, 1956 to the late James and Judith (Downs) Baber.

Rick was a 1974 graduate of Stockton High School. He was a member of United Auto Workers and numerous avian organizations. Rick worked for Kelly Goodyear for 32 years and Titan Tire for 12 years. He enjoyed fishing, turkey and pheasant hunting, and golfing. He was an avid Chicago and U of I sports fan. He also enjoyed Nascar and attended many races. Rick loved his dogs and never went without one.

He is survived by his sister, Sally (Tom) Priola of Rockford; his brothers, Greg (Lynn) of Monmouth, Todd (Kim) of Lanark, and Andrew (Jodie) of Mt. Horeb; his nieces, Ashley, Natalie (Garren), Margaret (Mark) and Elizabeth; his nephews, Jarret (Brittany), Jacob, Matthew, Wyatt, Kamden and William; his cousin, Deb Huso and numerous other cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and many aunts and uncles.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Hermann Funeral Home in Stockton from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Interment will take place at Ladies Union Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established.