Richard A Osterhoudt
May 9, 1939 - October 13, 2018
Richard A. Osterhoudt, 79, of Knoxville, Iowa, passed away on October 13, 2018 at the Sunnyview Care Center in Ankeny, Iowa. Richard was born in Chicago, IL on May 9, 1939, to Carl and Lillian Osterhoudt. He grew up with his family in Iowa and later served in the United States Marine Corp in California. Richard was united in marriage to Patricia (Weber) Osterhoudt and they were blessed with three children: Jason, Cheryl and Christine. They later divorced, and he was united in marriage to Janet (Lundeen) Osterhoudt in 1972, until her death in 2002. He spent many years living in California, until moving back to Iowa. He was a cement mason by trade. Richard loved his dogs: Sally, Jamey, Cindy, Sonny and Chere. He enjoyed cooking and baking. His family members and friends all had their favorite thing, from Thanksgiving cranberries to chicken enchiladas. Richard is survived by his children: Jason (Debbie) Osterhoudt of Concord, CA, Cheryl (Russell) Sidwell of Nipomo, CA, and Christine (Scott) Pittman of Roseburg, OR.; sisters: Carol Fagundes of Clear Lake Oaks, CA, Susan (Dave) Pritchard of Des Moines, IA., Jane Moore of Altoona, IA,, and brother: Robert Osterhoudt of Des Moines, IA.; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; many cousins, nephews, nieces and great-nephews and great-nieces. He is preceded in death by his wife, Janet (Lundeen) Osterhoudt; mother, Lily (Edenson) Alleman; father, Carl Osterhoudt; and step-mother, Virginia Osterhoudt. Richard’s wishes were to be cremated. A private family burial will be held on a later date at the Lincoln Cemetery in Granger, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family to help with final expenses.
Richard A. Osterhoudt, 79, of Knoxville, Iowa, passed away on October 13, 2018 at the Sunnyview Care Center in Ankeny, Iowa. Richard was born in Chicago, IL on May 9, 1939, to Carl and Lillian Osterhoudt. He grew up with his family in Iowa and... View Obituary & Service Information