Richard Zaun
September 04, 2012
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Dick Zaun, 73, passed away at home on September 4, 2012. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, September 7, 2012, at Sacred Heart Church, 1627 Grand Avenue in West Des Moines, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be held at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday.
Dick was born in Des Moines on September 5, 1938, to Mary Jean (Nemmers) and Clyde Zaun. After graduation, Dick married his sweetheart Susan Stith and began a career with John Deere. Dick worked as an Engineer at the plant until he opened his own dealership in Indianola from 1970 to1986. He then returned to the plant and retired in 2001.
Dick loved his grandchildren! He spent many hours reading to them, attending their sporting events, building wood furniture for them, and taking them on various excursions. Dick was a devoted sports fan and enjoyed outdoor activities.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 52 years, Sue; his children, Brad (Dede) Zaun, Angie Zaun, Becky (Eric) Fisher; grandchildren, Zac, Bailey, Drew, Greyson and Devon Zaun, Jeremiah, Addie and Olivia Fisher; his siblings, Peggy (Jack) Grimes, Tom (Kathryn) Zaun, Mary Jo Zaun, Bill Zaun, Sue (Tom) Embry, Patricia (Steve) Larsen, Judy (Terry) Day, John (Penny) Zaun, and Debbie (Steven) Smith. Dick was preceded in death by his parents and his sons, Dennis and Jeff.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Dowling Football program or to Iowa Health Home Care.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jane Scieszinski
09/12/2012
Angie - so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. my condolences to your entire family.
Jane
(friend from college dorms)
mike penisten
09/07/2012
Sue, I was informed of Dick's passing. I am keeping him and your family in my prayers. I'll ask our son, Ed, a Catholic priest in Juneau, Alaska to include Dick in a Mass.
You may recall how I first met Dick. On my first day of Kindergarten at All Saints School (Sept. of 1943?) @ 5 years old, I met this kid Dick Zaun. We became instant buddies. After school that day, I walked clear out to his house. Dick's mom was frantic trying to find out who this little 5yr old boy was who came home with Dick. What's your name? do you have a home phone (NO). The neighbor does. So Mary called the neighbor asking her to let my mom (who was also frantic) know where her little kid was. Heck, I was only about a mile from home, and I was with my big buddy. What's wrong with that?? I can't remember if I was punished or not, but Dick and I were life-long buddies.
God bless Dick and your family.
Mike Penisten
Dwyta Hunter Schroeder
09/07/2012
Dear Sue,
I am so very sorry to hear about Dick. I know how highly my Mom and Dad thought of him. I remember Dad saying "he is one of the good ones." And my brother Randy had his first real job from Dick. They both felt it a privilege to work with Dick and call him friend. My prayers and love to you and your family.
Catharine Graham
09/07/2012
Angie, you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love to you all.
Steve Larson
09/06/2012
Sue and family: So sorry to read about Dick. I know I would have enjoyed meeting him...esp. the grandchildren part. He sounded like a great guy and I'm sure you'll miss him..
My sincere condolences..
Larry and Marilyn Finney
09/06/2012
Susan: Our sincere condolences on Dick's death. My brother, Dick, who worked with your husband at John Deere, always had glowing things to say about him. May God's Peace be with you and your family.
Jack and Kay Kibbie
09/06/2012
Brad,
Jack and I want you to know that we both know the loss of a parent unexpectedly! The grief is overwhelming, but know that we will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Sally Fisher
09/06/2012
Brad, Sorry for your and your family's loss of your father. Peace to you all.
Stephanie Jackman
09/06/2012
Sue and family, My deepest sympathy...may your sweet memories carry you thru these difficult times. Blessings!
Mary Jo Wilhelm
09/06/2012
Brad,
Sorry to hear about your dad. It is always hard to lose a loved one, but very difficult when it is a parent. Even though I never met your dad I know he was proud of you.
Pat Artz
09/06/2012
My condolences to the Zaun Family from North Dakota. Dick always made me feel welcome in my time with JD DSM Works. My favorite memory was when I hosted a social at my house and an intern made the mistake of parking his car behind his van and came into the house with his stern voice. "Who parked a white car behind my van?!!!!!!!" A good laugh was had by all. God Bless Dick Zaun. Pat Artz
Keith and Susan (Smith) Lingwall
09/06/2012
Sue and family,
We were so sorry to read of Dick's death. Our hearts certainly go out to you in this very difficult time. The few times we met him he seemed as though he was a great guy. Our prayers are with you.
Sheila Conroy
09/06/2012
Angie and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are and will remain in my prayers as you walk through this very sad time. God bless you!
Peggy & Stan Phillips
09/06/2012
Sue, Becky, Angie, Brad and families, my thoughts and prayers are with you. It is so hard to lose a loved one but the memories that you carry with you will sustain you. May you find peace with your memories and know that he now is with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Kathy (Kat) Hoch
09/06/2012
I'm sending you my heart felt sympathy for the loss of your father. My you and your family feel the comfort of our Lord during these trying times.