Rick Rynning

Fredrick James Rynning, 55, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family Wednesday, February 6, 2008. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM Saturday, February 9, 2008 at Meredith Drive Reformed Church with burial to follow at Glendale Cemetery.
Rick was born February 25, 1952 in Des Moines, the son of Harold and Laura (Gilbert) Rynning. Throughout his career he was a teacher and coach for the Seymour School District, I-35 School District, and most recently Johnston School District, in which he retired from in 2007. Rick enjoyed all sports, but had a true passion for golfing. Above all else, he loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his granddaughters.
Rick is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Ellen Rynning of Johnston; daughters, Kim (Darin) Casey of Des Moines and Amanda Rynning of Johnston; granddaughters, Elizabeth and Emma Casey, and one grandchild on the way; brother, Harley Rynning of Des Moines; sisters, Dene (Ernie) Trulson of Washington, Gwen (Galen) Kurth of Tennessee and Judy (Wes) Winterbottom of Des Moines and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Tolbert; his brother, Larry Gilbert and his parents.
The family will greet friends from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Friday, February 8, 2008 at Meredith Drive Reformed Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to establish a scholarship fund for graduating seniors from Johnston High School pursuing a career in the field of education. Hamilton’s Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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