Richard Vinyard, age 72, US Air Force Veteran, loving father of James (Helen) and Jeffrey (Desiree) Vinyard; cherished grandfather of Jazmine, Kaitlyn, Ty and Lilly; caring brother of Diane (George) Smith; dear companion of Sharon Anderson. Visitation Saturday 9:00 A.M. until time of Funeral Service at 11:00 A.M. at Lawn Funeral Home, 7732 W. 159th St. Orland Park. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Cancer Society, cancer.org, would be appreciated.