Richard "Dick" Huss
February 08, 2015
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Dick Huss, 81, passed away February 8, 2015, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston from complications of long term illnesses. He was born to Albert and Nellie Huss in Des Moines, Iowa on May 18, 1933.
Dick graduated from Dowling Catholic High School and served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Dick was a longtime member of All Saints Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and the Dowling Club. He was a proud member of Alcoholics Anonymous for 37 years.
Dick began his career at Look Magazine where he met his loving wife of 50 years. Following his retirement from Armstrong-Pirelli, he worked for AA as the Central Office Manager for many years.
Dick is survived by his children, Maureen (Dan) Shannon, Diane (John) Bellizzi, Shelley (Scott) Ririe, Richard Huss Jr., and Kirk (Anna) Huss; grandchildren, Cory, Tyler, Colleen Shannon, Angela Bellizzi (Rick) Ponulak, Andy, Mike, Elise, and James Ririe, Ben and Annie Huss; 3 step grandchildren and 8 step great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Joyce (Denis) Tigges and Marge Sabus; brother-in-law, Bill (Betty) Sabus; as well as a host of other family and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marian; 3 brothers and 2 sisters.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., with a 7:30 p.m. prayer service on Thursday, February 12, 2015, at All Saints Catholic Church, 650 NE 52nd Avenue in Des Moines. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the church, with burial to follow at Glendale Cemetery.
In loving memory of Dick, memorial contributions may be directed to Martina Place Assisted Living, Dowling Catholic High School, or Mercy Hospice in Johnston.
The family would like to thank Dick’s AA family who helped support him with transportation, conversation, and fellowship throughout the years. They would also like to thank the caring staff at Martina Place Assisted Living and Mercy Hospice in Johnston for their kindness and compassion.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Mary McCarthy
02/13/2015
Dear Rick & Family, Your Dad will be in your heart forever. I feel like I know him and like him from your stories of him. My favorite was the one about all of the pies he brought for the family dinner! He leaves a rich legacy - take care! Mary McCarthy
Ann & Terry Smothers
02/13/2015
Dear Rick & Family:
We were sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care.
Ann & Terry
Jim and Shirley Waddell
02/11/2015
You will be sorely missed in our fellowship of AA. We enjoyed your stories you shared and your gentle manner. Dick was an inspiration coming to the meetings when he was ill. He said so many times that he would stay sober today, as you people have been there for me. We will miss his sense of humor, but you and Marian are together now and our condolences to the entire family. God be with you.
Sr. Pat Donahoe, BVM
02/11/2015
You can be so proud of your Dad, the friend of my youth. He accomplished so much good in his lifetime. My prayers are with you; loss is painful.
Jay and Joyce Hesskamp
02/11/2015
We are sorry for your loss. Please let us know if you need anything.
Pat Donahoe
02/11/2015
Sorry to hear about Dick. He was a fine person.
Melissa Torres
02/10/2015
Thank you friend. No more scheduling required : ) Though I will miss you, know that you (and Marian) will be helping whoever is in need. My thoughts, prayers & love to all
Adam and Rebecca DeVoss
02/10/2015
We are very sorry for your loss, we will be thinking of you during this difficult time.
Sage Acorn
02/10/2015
So sorry for your loss! Praying for you and family as you grieve!
Darrin & Haley Hinds (loving couple)
02/09/2015
Dick was a very special man to Darrin and I. Dick was the first person to lend the hand of AA to us. Darrin talked with Dick many times a week. Dick shared his joy of his life and family to him. We are blessed to have had Dick WHO, in our life.
Dan A.
02/09/2015
Dick. You were a fine example of how a recovering person should be. I will miss how you Darrin & myself would joke around about a certain topic. The storm is over RIP.
Anna Huss
02/09/2015
Dick, we will miss you so much! You were a huge part of our lives and I know you are in a better place of peace with no pain. You are with Marian. Love to everyone whose lives you made better with your presence.