Richard "Toad" Lainson
August 05, 2015
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Richard C. Lainson, Jr.
Richard Lainson, 81, lovingly known as “Toad,” passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2015.
Toad was born July 24, 1934, in Indianola, Iowa, to Florence and Richard Lainson, Sr. He spent most of his life in Des Moines where he worked in construction for his father, as a welder at Delavan Manufacturing, and as a bus driver for Des Moines Public Schools. He loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and turkey hunter.
Toad is survived by his wife, Vicki; daughter, Cheri (Don) Chisholm; son, Richard Lainson III; son, Rusty (Geri) Lainson; and daughter, Jaye Lainson McCurnin, all of Des Moines.
Services will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines, on Monday, August 10, 2015. Public visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with family present from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. Memorial service will begin at 1:00 p.m. followed by committal at Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Bethany Building Fund.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Scott
08/10/2015
Sorry for your loss Vicki, toad was a great friend, I thank god for the times I was able to hunt and fish with him.
Tim and Sheryl Plate
08/08/2015
We are blessed to know Toad . He always was glad to see you and greet you and remind you that if old Toad loves you, how much more our Heavenly Father loves you! He will be missed but we will meet again. Praying for God's comfort for Vicki and family.
Arie & Wilma Pack
08/08/2015
RIP my Brother. I am so saddened by your passing, but know you are happy where you now are, and that makes me happy too. Nobody, but nobody, could ever know how close our lives ran in parallel. Every time my Mother spanked me, she spanked you too {along with Roy}, and would say "that way, I know I got the right one"} lol.
As Christians, we know your passing is a time of "Celebration of Life", and we will certainly be celebrating your colorful, fun filled life. We are particularly happy, because we know you are now walking on Hallelujah Blvd. with Wilma, and my parents. Blessings to your Wife and family, our Prayers will remain with them also.
{Newter & Willa}.
Katie Blades
08/08/2015
Toad was such a great man. He was always so kind and loving. I enjoyed living next door to you guys. I am so sorry for your loss, Vicki. You and Toad are such amazing people. My life had been blessed for being able to know him. You are in my prayers.
Steven and Michelle Pritchard
08/08/2015
So sorry to hear of Toads passing. Our prayers are with you.
Ann Brown
08/07/2015
Toad has been special to me ever since we worked together at Brody Middle School almost 30 years ago. It was awesome to connect with Toad again at Berean as a brother in Christ. Toad then became special to my whole family; especially our daughter, Brayden. Toad will always hold a place in our hearts. Anyone who knew Toad was blessed by him. Vicki, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mandy/Jeff Lindemoen
08/05/2015
Vicki,
So sorry for your loss! Toad was loved by many, and we are blessed to have known him! Everyone in Heaven is sure to have wonderful breath! Love and prayers to you!