Ricardo "Ric" Sandoval

Ricardo “Ric” Sandoval, 61, passed away October 25, 2018 at Taylor House Hospice. A Celebration of Life will be held will be held at a later date.

Ric was born February 19, 1957 in Peoria, Illinois and was adopted by Manuel and Irene Sandoval. He grew up in Danbury, Connecticut, which he always called home. Ric studied history at the University of Iowa. On August 19, 1990, he married Lynn Harmeyer at Living History Farms. Ric worked in retail management, most recently at Bed, Bath & Beyond.

He had an incredibly positive take on life and a smile that was contagious. Ric loved clothes and was always dressed to the nines. He loved baseball. While living on the East Coast, Ric was an avid Yankees fan. After moving to the Midwest, he became an avid Cubs fan. Ric also enjoyed coaching Little League. He was a long distance runner and participated in several marathons. Ric loved animals, music and he was a great dancer. He was also a “foodie” and enjoyed watching movies and traveling. Ric’s pride and joy was his yellow Ford Mustang Mach 1.

He will be remembered as a devoted and loving husband. His wife Lynn was the “Yoko” to his “John Lennon”.

Ric is survived by his loving wife, Lynn; his brother, with whom he had special bond, Manny (Karla) Sandoval, nephew, Alex and niece, Kenna. Also surviving are his sisters, Anita (Doug) and Maria and several nieces and nephews. Ric was like a brother to his wife’s family, Sue (Ron), Patti (Rick), Jon (Thuy), Joan (Jerry), Katie (Eric), David, Dana and Steve (Rosie); and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Bondurant-Farrar School District, staff, administration, students and community for their kindness and support during Ric’s illness. Also, the ICU nurses, Taylor House Hospice, and all of the doctors and nurses that fought alongside Ric every step of the way.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Ric.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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