Randel Vaupel, age 59, sadly passed away suddenly on April 23, 2026. He was born in Decatur, Illinois on October 17, 1966, the youngest son of three boys born to Richard & Gloria Vaupel.

As a child, Randel was always VERY Creative (it seems almost right from birth!) Randel was a quiet and unique individual; Well, quiet until you got to know him. He had a quirky sense of humor and loved to laugh. He graduated from Andress High School in 1985. He worked hard at his local grocery store and was loved by all his coworkers. Randel was an artist at heart. He was born to create using a variety of artistic mediums. He especially loved singing karaoke with his friends and family. He also had a deep love for animals of all kinds. Randel will be remembered for his kindness and easy-going nature.

Randel was preceded in death by his father, Richard Vaupel. He is survived by his mother, Gloria Dueling, his two brothers, Robert & Ronald Vaupel (wife, Rhonda), his two sisters, Lisa & Julie Vaupel, and many nieces & nephews.

The Vaupel family had a private gathering celebrating Randel’s life. He will be sorely missed by those who knew him. Indeed, the world would be a better place with him in it.