Rodney C. Losh
May 17, 2013
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Rodney C. Losh, 70, died Friday May 17, 2013, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center from cancer. He was born May 2, 1943, to Armond and Vesta Losh in Mason City.
Rod graduated from Mason City High School and got his interest in business while working in the family bakery. He earned his BA in Accounting from Drake University and married his high school sweetheart, Judith Griffith, in 1965.
Rod was a long-time resident of Altoona, where he was on the Altoona Zoning Board and helped develop the Altoona Soccer Club. He was an active member of Altoona United Methodist Church and the Computer Users Club.
Rod retired from Des Moines Flying Service where he was a controller for many years. He was an avid sports fan, following the Hawkeyes (though he supported all Iowa teams), Vikings, and Twins.
Rod and Judy moved to Waukee in 2010 to be closer to their grandchildren. One of Rod’s favorite things was attending their many activities.
Rod is survived by his wife of 48 years, Judy; sons, Michael (Anne) of Rochester Hills, MI, Brian of West Des Moines, and Garrett (Jill) of Urbandale; daughter-in-law, Melissa Losh; grandchildren, Maura, Griffith, Haley, Aiden, Devin, Carter, Claire, Morgan, Adam, Maeve, Zachary, and Kate; sister-in-law, Betty Losh; and a host of other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Tracy Losh.
Funeral services will be 10: 30 a.m., Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Avenue SW, Altoona, with burial to follow at Altoona Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th Street SW.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Altoona United Methodist Church or UnityPoint Hospice (formerly Iowa Health Hospice).
Condolences for the family may be offered at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Toni Saul
05/22/2013
Judy, We are so sorry to learn of your husband's death. From what we have read about him, Rod seems to have been quite the husband, dad, and friend. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Bill and Toni (DeSart) Saul---Fairfield Glade, TN
Laura Hague
05/22/2013
Judy and family, I am so sorry to hear the Loss of Rodney/ dad. Prayers are with you today as I will be unable to attend, but an thinking of you and your family. I know he will be missed greatly, but he will be remembered always in your hearts. What a wonderful husband, friend, father, grandfather.
Sincere condolences.
Linda Moen Muth
05/21/2013
Judy and family, My sincere sympathy to you at this sad time. I will treasure the memory of visiting with Rod at our class reunion. When you share stories and memories with each other you will keep Rod alive in your hearts. Love and blessings to you! Linda
Lynne Pendergraft Boldt
05/21/2013
Dear Judy and family,
I was so sorry to see Rodney's obituary in the Register. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
In Sympathy,
Lynne
Stephanie Trusty
05/21/2013
Judy,I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My heart felt condolences go out to you and your family.
Rebecca Nau
05/21/2013
Dear Garrett and family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your father and loved one. Loss is never easy, especially when it is so unexpected and quick. My hope for your family is that your lifetime of memories and love give you support during this difficult time.
Fondly,
Becca Nau
Jim McGuire
05/20/2013
Judy, so sorry to hear of Rod's death. He was a great classmate. Although we didn't run around together, we had great talks and he was always so friendly and so smart. He was an awesome guy and I miss the great talks we had in school
Dee Murphy
05/20/2013
Judy, So sorry to hear about Rod's death. Will keep you and your family in my prayers. Dee Murphy
Vivienne (Lindquist) Braun
05/20/2013
Judy: So sorry to hear of Rodney's death. He was a wonderful classmate and is a part of my history. Know that the memories you made and shared with Rod will always keep his spirit alive in your heart and the hearts of your family. When you recall those memories, always remember to smile. Take care. (You were in my brother's and his wife's class - Mike and Mary Alice (Erickson) Lindquist who live in Rochester, Minnesota).
Jeff L. Coon
05/20/2013
Judy, I am sorry to hear about Rod's passing. The many years of friendship brings many memories... my family sends our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff & Liz Coon
Altus, Oklahoma
Jackie Reutter
05/20/2013
Judy, so sorry to hear of Rod's passing. Was unaware of the cancer seems we never see each other any more. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Larry and Jackie Reutter Ogden, Ia
Carole Comstock
05/20/2013
Dr. Losh, I saw in the Register that your father died. I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am. I'm sure he was proud of the wonderful work you do with ENT. I am thankful to have had you for my Dr. My sympathies!!
Carole Comstock - Oskaloosa
Jo and Dave Edgar
05/20/2013
We were so saddened to read of Rod's death in today's paper. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Your Hawthorne Ridge neighbors, Jo and Dave
Carol & Jim Layden
05/19/2013
We were so saddened to learn of Rod's untimely death. Jim and I were always so happy to be in his and your company while visiting our children. We are keeping Rod and you, Judy, and your family in our prayers during this most difficult time. Carol & Jim
Tom and Sue Gehlsen
05/19/2013
Judy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Rod's death. You have such a wonderful family and I know how proud he was of each family member. Judy, you were always so thoughtful and attentive to him, your relationship always seemed so special. I am glad that you have wonderful memories to cherish. Know that our love and prayers are with all of you! Tom and Sue Gehlsen