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Richard L. Munson (left) and Lloyd Tyler (right) at Richard's retirement dinner in 2014
Attorney Lloyd Tyler
Director
Emeritus
As owner/operators of the Yorkville Poultry and Egg House for
nearly 50 years, Alverda and Ed had to be astute business people.
This included seeking legal help when necessary. In 1964 there was a
boundary dispute with an adjacent property owner on Van Emmon Street
in Yorkville. Attorney Lloyd Tyler of Aurora was hired to handle the
case. Thus began a long and warm relationship between Lloyd, Alverda
and Ed. Over the following years, Lloyd made many trips to Yorkville,
often with his children, to visit the Kilts at their "Egg House" as
the children called it. The children were always excited to go, and
Alverda was always pleased to see them. The children always received
a dozen giant eggs as well as a treat. Alverda always remembered the
children on their birthdays. This was typical of her kindness, and
her love for children.
The man with the law degree from the University of Michigan, and the
Kendall County farm girl with only a high school education came to
respect and admire one another. In the late 1980's, it was Lloyd who
helped draw up Alverda's Will in which the Foundation was
established. He also served as one of the original directors until
his retirement.
In her late years, when asked about her attorney, Alverda would reply
with a friendly glint in her eye, "He's good, but he is expensive!"
Alverda always respected ability and education, but she still watched
her pennies!
Richard L. Munson
Director
The late Richard L. Munson was a personal friend of Alverda and Ed
Kilts. Because of this, we have true, first hand information about
them, their lives, how and why the foundation was established.
Richard used to fondly reminisce about his time with them, sharing
stories they told him, conversations and anecdotes he shared with
them. Richard was one of the original directors of the foundation.
After the foundation was established, he worked hard to find photos
of them and their business. It was a personal goal of his to share
their personal legacy as well as their financial one. In spite of his
diligent efforts, we have only one photo of Alverda, and this from
her Freshman high school yearbook.
Richard was a retired school teacher, and as such, he shared
Alverda's passion for education. One of his favorite tasks was
interviewing high schoolers for scholarships. Richard always wanted
to give more scholarships than was financially feasible, as he saw
the brilliance in many of these students. He fervently followed Kilts
scholars through their college years and beyond when possible.
Richard loved people, loved talking to people and learning about
them. Helping Kendall County students attain a college education
truly was one of his passions.
Richard never wanted recognition. He poured himself into the
Foundation from its inception until his retirement in 2014. His
efforts and passion have positioned us to be what we are today, yet
he never wanted any recognition. Upon his retirement he was
steadfastly refusing any type of dinner or celebration, until he
found out that his old friend Lloyd Tyler would attend. From that
point on, Richard was very excited about spending an evening
reminiscing and catching up with Lloyd and others involved in the
foundation. It was a great evening.
Richard's dedication and service to the Kilts Foundation was
invaluable, and will not be forgotten.