Randy Forte

Randy Joe Forte, 64, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2018, at Taylor Hospice House with his wife, Jan, by his side.

Randy was born on March 28, 1953, in Greeley, Colorado to Richard and Jane Forte. He graduated from West Liberty High School and later from the University of Iowa.

Randy enjoyed his Hawkeyes, especially football games, Cubs baseball, fishing or playing cribbage with his longtime friends Sam "Larry" Gillotti and Jerry "Curly" Green, and spending time with all of his nieces and nephews. Randy also enjoyed his shot of Jack Daniels with each Hawk touchdown—GO HAWKS!

Randy is survived by his wife, Jan; daughter, Emily; grandchildren, Charlotte and Lucas; mother, Jane Forte of West Liberty; brother, Dennis (Nancy) Forte of Olympia, WA; and sisters, Jacque (John) Walker of West Liberty and Connie (Roger) Laughlin of West Branch. Preceding him in death is his father, Richard Forte.

A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines.

Randy’s family would like to thank the John Stoddard Cancer Treatment Center for all of their support and guidance as well as Taylor Hospice House for their exceptional care.

Memorial contributions can be made to the John Stoddard Cancer Treatment Center or Taylor Hospice House at Unity Point.

Online condolences may be made at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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