West Side Tractor Sales co-founder Richard W. Benck passed away on May 9th.
In 1962, Benck and his wife Mary invested their entire savings to start West Side Tractor when there was an opening for a John Deere Construction dealer on the west side of Chicago. At the time, Benck was working for another Deere dealer on the south side of Chicago. Rich was aggressive and his determination to succeed drove him to keep buying out neighboring dealers, says the company in the announcement of his passing. Rich was very talented at fostering relationships, the company release continues. The root of his success with others was sincerity and authenticity. He not only had many people early in his life who mentored and coached him to success, but he did the same for others.
Wed May 12, 2021 - Midwest Edition #10
West Side Tractor Sales
Richard W. Benck, founder of West Side Tractor Sales, passed away May 9, 2021, at the age of 91.
Richard W. Benck, age 91 of Naperville, Ill., passed away peacefully on May 9, 2021, at his home. He was born at his home on the family farm on Nov. 17, 1929, in Grant Park, Ill., to Carl and Louise Benck.
Mr. Benck s family did not have very much as he was growing up, but somehow, he overcame many obstacles that were put in his path. Joining the Air Force during the Korean War changed the trajectory of his life. He learned skills and received an education.
Naperville to consider offering grants to utility customers behind on payments
Updated 1/18/2021 5:53 PM
Naperville residents and business owners struggling to pay their utility bills during the COVID-19 crisis could soon be offered some financial relief.
The city council on Tuesday is set to consider establishing a temporary assistance program that would provide one-time grants to residential and commercial utility customers, particularly those who are behind on their payments.
Naperville saw a sharp rise in the number of overdue water and electric bills last year, which Finance Director Rachel Mayer says can be largely attributed to the economic hardships of the pandemic.