Richard Homer Coon Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Richard H. Coon, age 96, of Albia, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2017 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Richard was born on May 23, 1921 to Raymond and Opaline (Rhodes) Coon in Mercer, Missouri. After graduating high school, Richard served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He returned to the United States and in 1985, was united in marriage to Carol Powers in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Richard and Carol shared over 30 years of marriage together. Richard owned and operated Trophy Glove in Albia from 1960 until selling the business several years later. He also designed gloves for several other companies. He was interested in history and was very knowledgeable. He was a scout leader for many years and also helped with various roles for little league baseball. Richard’s real joy in life was spending time with his family and friends. Richard is survived by his wife, Carol Coon; his children, Roxane Goudy, Nancy (Gary) Carlile, Dennis (Georgia) Coon, Steven Coon and Kim (Dave) Hallowell. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Opaline and his 7 siblings. As was his request, Richard’s body has been cremated and a private family service will be held at a later date. A memorial has been established to the Welcome Home Soldier Monument in Albia.

Richard Homer Coon

May 23, 1921 - October 11, 2017