Richard "Dick" Ahlberg
February 17, 2021
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Richard “Dick” Ahlberg, 92, passed away peacefully of natural causes on February 17, 2021 with his family by his side.
Dick was born March 8, 1928 in Des Moines to Elmer and Stella (Harkin) Ahlberg. He loved his lifetime job at Firestone Tire Company. Dick was an avid gardener and enjoyed growing and giving away tomato plants to his church family.
He is survived by his five children, Nancy (Darrell) Wiederholt of Omaha, NE, Dave (Rhea) Ahlberg of Des Moines, Janice (Kenny) Fick of Norwalk, Carol Wright of Monroe and Ron Ahlberg of Des Moines; 13 grandchildren and 11 Great-granchildren.
Dick’s high school sweetheart and wife of 57 years, Marilyn preceded him in death in 2003.
The family will greet friends Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with the Rosary prayed at 6:30 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A graveside service will be held Thursday, February 25th at 12:00 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family will have a funeral mass at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Food for the Poor in loving memory of Dick.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Karen Theobald
02/24/2021
The last time I was with Dick was at a cousin reunion, Dick regaled a story about my dad, Ralph Weaver, my grampa Ray and Jack went to a bar in Walker Minn. The story was that my dad played the piano while the other patrons kept buying them drink after drink. I had never heard that before. Since my dads been gone over 61 years, it was good to hear.
Love, Karen
George Kinley
02/24/2021
Ahlberg Family,
I had the pleasure of visiting with Dick and Ron before the 7:30 Mass every Sunday before the pandemic hit.
I feel that Dick was one of the finest gentlemen I have ever met, knowing now he has entered into eternal life.
Best regards to family,
George Kinley
Berry and Rose Moon
02/23/2021
We are so very sorry for you loss. Berry remembers Dick growing up, as his parents Howard and Barbara Moon were good friends. Its so hard losing a loved one no matter what age. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Becky & Mark Etchen
02/22/2021
We send love and hugs to you all as you go through the coming days.
David Moredock
02/20/2021
I want to Express my condolences, your family is in my prayers, I did not have the chance to meet all of you, but I did meet uncle Dick,he went to my wedding 15 years ago when I married Becky Lincoln and he was always good to me when I saw him often at maryellens. I know he was a kind father and loved his family that he talked about often. I knew from the first time I met him he cared about faith and family, i admired his love and devotion to the care of his son ronnie and his home, his church, his siblings, his family. He knew what was most important and followed them ,it was the commandments we are given in the Bible the love of God and neighbor, your in my prayers and send you hugs.
Rebecca Lincoln Moredock
02/20/2021
Uncle Dick was always so kind to me, he was a sweet person who I know will be missed . When my nana maryellen passed , uncle Dick was grieving for his sisters loss but was such a great comfort to me as I said good bye to my grandma. Uncle Dick and Nancy,you both got me threw the funeral and I hope you all feel the same comfort i felt when Dick and Nancy both let me cry on your shoulder and as dick held my hand to say goodbye at hospice. He was always so good to me ,I have great memories of him growing up to always hang onto. Always remember the happy times with your Dad,grandpa, your mom who was a wonderful person. The both of them I know are at peace. I send my love and prayers to everyone. Love Becky