Richard "Fat Albert" Kampas
June 09, 2010
Richard (Dick) Kampas, passed from this life on June 9, 2010. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be 5-8 Monday evening at Hamilton’s on Lyon St.
He is survived by his children, Jason of Johnston; Mary Beth of Clear Lake; their mother, Chriss Kampas Oliver; Rick, Randy and Londa Goetting; nephew, Paul & Carolyn; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded by his parents, brothers and sisters.
Dick was a star football player in high school and accelerated at both offense and defense.He played the drums in bands in the 60’s and owned the 505 Club & Fat Alberts. He was a manager at So’s Your Mother.
Dick enjoyed going to antique swap meets and used to go to White Cloud, Kansas in the 1970’s to one of the biggest antique collectors swap meets in the country. Dick loved the outdoors and never missed an opportunity to take his family fishing.
Dick worked at Concert Security Consultants for a number of years and had the honor of personally guarding legendary greats such as BB King, Journey, Styx, Van Halen, The Grateful Dead, Kris Kristofferson, Bryan Adams, Adam Ant, Kansas and numerous others. BB King and Kris Kristofferson both offered Dick a full time job to come on the road with them to be their personal full time body guard, but he turned down both offers to be with his family and help raise his children. He also worked at Armstrong Tire for 15 years to help make ends meet.
He retired from Des Moines Asphalt in 1990.
Memorial contributions can be directed to the family.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
adriene
06/28/2010
Dear Jason
I am very sorry to hear that Richard passed away. I always enjoyed talking to him on the phone, while waiting for you to answer. He was such a nice "dad" to put up with all those calls! I wish I could be there with you, but due to the short notice, it doesnt work into my crazy schedule. I am sending a big hug your way! and miss you terribly! Hope your visitation goes well, as I am sure a lot of great memories will be shared. Thinking of you and your family! Love Adriene
Flora DeKock & Leo Hanson
06/25/2010
It's times like this that speak volumes to us about who we are and where we come from. Those who love us, may not be there, but the love they carry will shine through in their thoughts to Richard on the other side.
If there is a way, I will be there for Jason, because he's been such an amazing friend and his dad has brought up an amazing son. But should I not be able to thank him for this great feat, I hope that this family knows that even though I have never met the man I respect and appreciate all the great things hes done.
May his family find peace in their hearts soon or at least a calming touch from his passing. The pain from his physical form will haunt him no longer and he'll be now free to comfort them as long as they need.
Bless all those he touched, and may you all find joy in the memories he has created for you, his family and friends.