"My thoughts are with my Friend, Terry and with His Sisters. Lane Ketelsen"
In loving memory of
Richard J. "Ritch" Skrivseth
May 20, 1943 - February 27, 2022
Richard J. "Ritch" Skrivseth, 78, of Preston, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at MercyOne Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.
A celebration of his life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 9 A.M. to 11 A.M. at the funeral home. Cremation will follow the services, and burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa, at a later date.
Richard Joe Skrivseth was born on May 20, 1943 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Henning "Bud" and Marian (Sagers) Skrivseth. He was a 1961 graduate of Maquoketa High School and the University of Wisconsin Graduate School of Banking. He married Lori Hughes on September 16, 1977 in Maquoketa, Iowa.
"Ritch" had worked in the banking industry for 58 years, from 1962 to 2020. Through those years he had worked for Jackson State Bank, Farmers Savings Bank and Clinton National Bank. In retirement, he especially enjoyed "writing his own book" with short stories about his life.
"Ritch" was a former member of the Maquoketa Lions Club and Preston Lions Club, as well as the Preston Growth and Development committee. His hobbies included horses, boating, golfing, going to casinos, and listening to music. Additionally, he enjoyed cooking and was passionate about politics and Fox News. He especially loved spending time with his family.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Lori Skrivseth of Preston, IA; children, Jill (Brent) Andresen of Preston, IA, Melissa (Dan) Schmidt of Bellevue, IA, Jon (Abby) Skrivseth of LeClaire, IA, Cody (Kelly) Skrivseth of Bellevue, IA, and Casey (Abbey) Skrivseth of Bellevue, IA; 15 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; a brother Terry (Bonnie) Skrivseth of Bellevue, IA; and sisters, Sharon Bullock of Des Moines, IA, Kathie (Chuck) Whitsell of Rio Rancho, NM, Carol (Rich) Kendall of Marion, IA, and Christy (Dean) Thomas of Grayslake, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Richard J. "Ritch" Skrivseth memorial fund has been established.
Online Condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"My deepest sympathy and prayers to you Lori and your family. "
"Lori and Family, We are both thinking of you and hope you treasure all the memories you made together as a family. Years fly by but we knew Ritch since his time with Jackson State Bank. He was a person who reached out to many in his long career in banking. May he rest in peace as our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave and Elaine Luett"
"Lori and family please know that each of you are in Dennis and my prayers. "
"So sorry to hear of Ritch's passing. He was a most pleasant person and good friend. I have many fond memories of us growing up at his home on S. 5th St.: he, Terry, and I often engaged in many "competitive" games on their lawn. Bud and Marian (Sally), and my folks, often got together, which provided numerous occasions to enjoy meals, be mischievous, ride horses, and bond! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. David & Darlene Hayes"
"I am so sorry to hear of Ritch's passing. We did a lot of work together over the years when he was at Clinton National Bank. It was always a pleasure to work with him. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Thoughts and prayers to his family."
" Our thoughts are with you Lori and your family during this time."
"Our heartfelt sympathy."
"So very sorry for your families loss Lori. Sending loving thoughts, hugs and prayers!!"
"We have known this family all our lives and grieve the loss of a good man. He did good for the community and world. Sympathy to Rich and Carol , Lorie, Melissa and all who knew and lived him. ???"
"My sympathy to Lorie and family."
"Lori and the Skrivseth family sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Ritch was a great man. "
"Lori, we are so sorry to hear of Ritch's passing. You are in our prayers. Aaron and Sherri James"
"Sorry to hear about Rich.You have my deepest sympathy. "
"Lori, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this sad time. LaRee Godes"
"Lori my sincere condolences to you and the entire Skrivseth family."
"Heartfelt sympathies to Lori and families, God Bless. "
"My sincere condolences to all of Ritch's family. We did a lot of banking with Ritch when he was at Jackson State Bank. He was always so helpful, a great man."
"Lori & Family, we are so very sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. Please know that we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. "
"I'm so sorry to learn of Ritch's passing. Sending sympathy and prayers for his family. Thinking of all the cousins at this time of sadness and loss."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all ??? Warren and Deb Winegar "
"My deepest sympathy to Lori and all of the family, may God bring you peace and comfort as you prepare to celebrate the wonderful life that Rich lived. Hugs to all!"
"So very sorry Lori for your loss my heart goes out to you, the boys, Jill and Melissa and families. You?re always in my thoughts and prayers. Ritch loved you all so very much.????? "
"Lori and family so sorry for your families loss"
"Lori and family: So sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the many memories you made together."
"Very sorry to learn of Rich's passing, my sympathy to all the family who are my cousins. My heart goes to all. "
"Lori and family, So sorry for your loss. Ritch was a good soul, and will be missed. Thinking of you all. Chris and Paul Heinrich "