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Richard H. Walden
April 30, 1939 - November 12, 2015

Richard H. Walden

Richard H. Walden
Apr 30, 1939 - Nov 12, 2015

Richard H. Walden
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Richard H. (Dick) Walden, age 76, of Ames, Iowa died in Bradenton, Florida on Thursday, November 12, 2015. A gathering of friends and family will be 5:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa with an 11:00 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20, memorial service at Gilbert Lutheran Church in Gilbert, Iowa. Interment will be at Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Dick was born April 30, 1939 in Waterloo, Iowa the son of Harold and Frances Walden. He was raised in Waterloo and graduated from West High School in 1957. He played half back on the Mythical 1955 State Championship West Waterloo Football team, later inducted into the West Waterloo High School Hall of Fame. Dick graduated from Loras College in Dubuque and later a Vocational Technology degree in applied Science in Photography. He married Anna Keeler on August 26, 1972. Dick owned and operated Walden Photo with his brother, Robert in Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, and Ames. He and Anna enjoyed wintering in Florida for the last 15 years.

Dick is survived by his wife, Anna Walden, son, David (Carey) Walden, daughter, Michelle (Gary) Milam, five grandchildren, sister, JoAnne (Otto) Miller, sister-in-law, Jane Walden, and brother-in-law Roger (JoAnn) Keeler.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Robert Walden, and grandson, Carter Milam.

Memorials may be directed to the Gilbert Backpack Buddies.

Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com

Debbie Lee on Dec 2, 2015

Wanting to pay tribute to a kind gentleman and his family. Our family made frequent visits to Walden Photo in the early 1990's. These were the pre-internet days, when sharing pictures of the antics of our babies and toddlers with extended family across the country involved sending processed photos. The Walden family and their staff always made us welcome and provided outstanding service. We are thankful for the opportunity to have known Mr. Walden. We wish his family peace and comforting memories of their times together.

marsha on Nov 28, 2015

Walden Family I want to express my sincere condolences on your loss. At times like these the scriptures are a great source of comfort. 2 Cor 1:2-4. May God continue to be with your family.

Dave cable on Nov 20, 2015

CandleSo sorry to hear of your dad passing dave. I hope you can find peace in your memories.

Darlene and Reuben on Nov 18, 2015

CandleAnne, So sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved husband. May God give you inner peace and strength as you mourn his loss.

Carol and Gus on Nov 18, 2015

CandleGus saw Dick's obituary in the online Waterloo Courier, and we were shocked, and saddened for your loss. We always looked forward to our lunches together at the Crackerbarrel on your way home from Florida.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sidney Myers on Nov 18, 2015

CandleWent to school with Dock and graduated with him in 1957/ My condolences yo hid family.

Al Talkington on Nov 18, 2015

Have known Dick for many years,
enjoyed golfing with him and
just getting together with him
and Anne for outings. He will
be missed. Will be close to
Anne in Florida.

Kevin M. Cooper on Nov 17, 2015

Mr.Walden was a great business man,I learned so much at his store in Ames. Great products, great service, great poise & temperament.

Steve and Carol Junko on Nov 17, 2015

Cousin Dick will be missed by many, the miles separated us from frequent visits but my family always thought a lot of him. I loved talking sports and autos with him. My condolences to his entire family. RIP Dick. God has alleviated you from all pain, enjoy His Kingdom!

Carolyn & Mark Mason and Family on Nov 17, 2015

Sending our love and our sympathy to Anne and the family. We always enjoyed visiting with Dick. We admired his warm smile, his positive attitude, and his courage in dealing with health problems.

Ida and Andy Blanck on Nov 17, 2015

Andy and I have been so very happy to have you and Anne be part of our Country Village Family,for over 12yrs. We did share many happy times together. We were thrilled you came back to us this past month. And see you so happy and look so good. The dear Lord has put his arms around you now to spare you any further suffering. God Bless.

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Nov
19
Thursday
Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care
414 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM


Service

Nov
20
Friday
Gilbert Lutheran Church
135 School St
Gilbert, IA 50105
11:00 AM


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