Gage Rhiner

Gage Michael Rhiner, age 17, passed away Thursday, December 16, 2021.

Gage was born in Des Moines on June 16, 2004 to Rebecca Stricklin and Michael Rhiner. He grew up in Urbandale and was currently attending Urbandale High School. Gage was a selfless person, a positive influence, and strong-hearted. He had a smile that lit up the room. Gage was very social and touched a lot of lives. He was so charming and was a great dresser with a good sense of style. Gage was witty and funny. He was a great story teller and one of his greatest talents was writing poems and music. He loved being outdoors, playing basketball, and enjoyed traveling. He dreamed of one day owning a Harley Davidson motorcycle like his dad. Gage loved animals, even if he was allergic to them. He also adored babies. He was loyal as the day is long. He always included everyone and was there for anyone in need. He loved his family more than anything in the world. ***IRREPLACEABLE***

He is survived by his mom, Rebecca Stricklin; dad, Michael (Erica) Rhiner; siblings, Gavin Stricklin, Rebel Rhiner, and Riot Rhiner; Grandma Teresa Richardson, Grandma Cami Brown, Grandma Judy Naber; Grandpa Lonnie “Papa” Stricklin, Richie “PoPo” Rhiner, Grandpa Barry Nelson, and Michael Pagano. He is also survived by his uncles, Connor Brown, Joe Robuck, and Zach Werden; aunts, Lyndsey Robuck, Katie Werden, Lelani “Rosie” Rhiner (Jason Bridgeman), and Heather Rhiner; great-aunts, Janet Kottke, Marilyn Johnson Rich, and Kim (Frank) Tenborg; great-uncle, David (Delia) Rich; and his cousins, Evelynn, Wyatt, Madison, Benjamin, Lindsey, Gage, Taeloni, Bridget, Harper, Bella, Aarilyn, and Laithan.

Gage was preceded in death by his step-dad, Ryan Blair; great-great-grandparents, Sarah and Don Rich; and his aunt, Tammy Rhiner.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines.

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

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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