Richard Ambrose
March 13, 2019
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Richard Keith Ambrose
Of Des Moines, Iowa
Richard Ambrose was born on July 8, 1953 in Scranton, Iowa. Richard passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at the age of 65, after a courageous three year battle with cancer. Through all of his battles, he never let it take his spunk and happiness from him. He truly loved and cherished his family and cats with all of his heart and will be sorely missed.
Richard worked at Walgreens for 47 years and loved his Walgreens family. He had a passion for the outdoors, fishing, camping and mowing the yard. He especially enjoyed an ice cold Pepsi.
He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Kathy Ambrose; daughter, Kelsey Ambrose; step-daughters, Amanda Gilliland and Samantha (Trin) Barnes; grandchildren, Blake, Brayden, Caleb, and Peyton; sister, Gail (Dennis) Blum; step-sister, Becky Bailey; and his cats, Dopey, Frankie, Mocha, Zadie, and Piper.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Gail and Mildred Ambrose; grandson, Jayden; brothers, Jim and Mark Ambrose; and brother-in-law, David Bailey.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Monday, March 18, 2019 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines.
Memorials may be directed to the family in memory of Richard.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
R.Torres
04/08/2019
Very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the Bible at Revelation 21:4 And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have past away.
Elias
03/21/2019
I wanted to add my condolences to Rick's family and friends. Unfortunately, many of us feel the sting of pain that death leaves behind after taking one of our dear loved ones. But we can always look forward to what the Bible says will happen in the future. At Isaiah 25:8, it says God will "swallow up death forever" and "wipe away tears from all eyes." It is my hope that you may find comfort in this scripture. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Jean Scovill
03/18/2019
Sad time for all who knew Rick,he has been in the Scovill/Lucas family for many many years, CB years, many camping and fishing trips, many memories made through the years,some good times and some bad times shared, Rest In Peace my FRIEND
CRYSTAL L PHELAN
03/18/2019
I was deeply saddened to learn of Rick's passing. He was so full of life! I've missed him since he left his job. I have many fleeting memories of Rick. My condolences to all of Rick's loving family and friends.
Sara Hardy
03/17/2019
I was saddened to learn of Rick's passing. I have fond memories of growing up with Rick in Scranton My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Patty Harden
03/16/2019
Rick has been my neighbor for 20 years. He was always there to help no matter what it was and if he didn't know how to do something he'd find someone that did and get it done. He was very ornery at times. I remember when he started walking "Frankie" one of his cats on a leash what a hoot. They both loved it. He will be missed by Betty and I and the entire neighborhood. He was such a help and a good ornery friend to so many! I am so glad your suffering is over Rick your wife and daughter did a great job in making sure you wanted for nothing and now they must go on without you. As long as I'm around I'll be there to help! God Bless You!
Patty Retzloff
03/16/2019
Rick has always been my favorite brother in law and we had many good talks. I just cant begin to express my deepest sympathies to Kelsey and Kathy.
I just cant even believe it, he is sorely missed.
Charles Ambrose
03/15/2019
Rick was a good man and I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Have many good memories of Rick.
Pam Rood
03/15/2019
Thinking of you all during this difficult time. May you rest in pease Cuz.