Linda Lea Riccio
April 07, 2015
Linda Lea Riccio, 64, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at her home in Des Moines.
Linda was born February 19, 1951 in Des Moines, Iowa to Donald and Arlene (Wicker) Bown. She worked for Iowa Clinic and Methodist Medical Center for over 30 years. Linda was a member of Basilica of St. John and the Cyclone Corvette Club. She was a strong woman, surviving Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Her family was her life and she loved spending time with all of her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed shopping with her granddaughter, Alexis and spending time with her grandson, David after school. Linda liked doing yardwork and cleaning cars with her husband, Joe. She spent time doing crafts and took pride in taking care of her home. She was a very social person and enjoyed visiting with friends and neighbors. She was a giving and selfless person and was known to cook pasta for the entire neighborhood.
She is survived by her loving husband, Joe; her sons, Joseph A. Riccio, Jr. and fiancé Monica Cateron and David J. Riccio and fiancé Janet Cunningham; and her grandchildren who were her pride and joy, Alexis Riccio and David Riccio, Jr. She is also survived by her sisters, Karen, Mary and Donna; brothers, Denny and John; and many nieces, nephews, and good friends. She joins in heaven her parents; sister, Janet; and brother, Tom.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 10, 2015 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 11, also at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
diane rodts
04/26/2015
I, too, met Linda at the Basilica and was comforted by her when I was awaiting a surgical procedure. Truly, she served the Lord in her work each day with her smile, kindness and compassion to those with whom she came in contact. May the Lord reward her for a life well lived in His Love.
Carol Anderson
04/11/2015
I am so very sorry for your loss.Linda was a kind,sensitive lady who aways put others first.She was a great encourager and she will be keenly missed .Many heartfelt prayers to you all.
Scornovaccas 1930 SE 14th Street
04/11/2015
Our deepest sympathy and prayers will always be with you and your family. We at the restaurant enjoyed her visits. We are deeply saddened and shocked by this news.
-the Vacco family and employees
Sheryl (McNew) Harding
04/10/2015
As a young girl. I always looked up to Linda when we would have a lunch at Grandma Bessie's. Or a get together at Karen's. I always thought she was so beautiful. As I grew older I realized how amazingly kind and fun to be with she really was. So soft spoken yet fun, kind yet a joker too. A huge void left here behind yet many happy faces to greet her in her forever home. She will be missed by so many.
Margaret Voss
04/10/2015
I first met Linda at the Basilica, what a wonderful fun loving person. When my husband was getting ready for brain surgery she was right there for us and what a comfort she was. I am so sadden by her death, my prayers are with all of her family.
Angie Smith
04/10/2015
My heart and prayers go out to the Riccio family. I worked with Linda at Iowa Head & Neck. She always made me smile and laugh. I will always treasure her friendship and the memories we had. Know that she loved her family so much and will be with you always. What a special lady!
Chef Dan Rote
04/10/2015
Joe, never knew your mother and you never knew mine, However, by chance we are both grieving the loss at the same time, Prayers going out to you and your family, Just REMEMBER, There is no pain in Heaven, just happiness
Vickie Brandt
04/09/2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Linda was a wonderful, amazing lady. I will miss my friend dearly. I will treasure the friendship we had and always remember her smile. She loved her family with all her heart and will always watch over you.
Mary Lou Fitch
04/09/2015
Sending powerful prayers of healing for your family....I worked with Linda at Iowa Head & Neck for several years and loved her! A very very special friend and lady!
Jim Kerr
04/09/2015
So sorry for your loss Joe and family. I remember Linda from school. What a nice smile and very pleasant lady.
Lisa Hamilton
04/09/2015
Joe and Monica, God Bless you all and the rest of the Riccio family. May God wrap His loving arms around you during this difficult time. Thinking about you and keeping you all in my prayers.
Doreen Hubbs
04/09/2015
David and family i am so sorry about the loss of you're mom she was a great woman and loved her family more than u will ever know my door is always open if u need anything i will say a prayer for u to get through this horrific time
MARY WILSON
04/09/2015
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. LINDA AND I HAVE WORKED TOGETHER AT IMMC FOR THE LAST 8 YEARS AND SHE HAS BEEN A GREAT FRIEND AS WELL AS CO-WORKER. SHE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT HAVE KNOWN AND LOVED HER .
Margaret Meyer
04/09/2015
So sorry to hear about Linda's passing! She was a wonderful and fun person to know and work with!
Sheryl Neal
04/08/2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. I worked with Linda at Iowa Head and Neck. She made me feel welcome from my first day there.