Rodney "Rod" Lee Richardson

Rodney Lee Richardson was born on November 16, 1970, just celebrated his 54th birthday. Rodney passed away peacefully at his residence. Rod was born in Des Moines, then moved to Onawa for his childhood and high school years, graduating from West Monona class of 1989. He then served in the United States Air Force operation Desert Storm. 

After he served 4 years in the Air Force, he married Lori Reynolds in 1997 and they had two beautiful kids; Mariah and Garrett. He then worked for St. Luke Lutheran home for 27 years. He enjoyed outdoor activities, sporting events, and spending time with his 2 granddaughters Everli and Baylor, daughters of Mariah and Casey. He was also excited to welcome his first grandson coming in February 2025 parents of Garrett and Olivia Richardson.

He is survived by his parents Larry and Jenette, one brother Randy, and two sisters Sandy and Rochelle, with all of their families. He is also survived by all of his extended family, special friends and his significant other Toshia. 

 Rodzilla would like to thank everyone for being apart of his life and will forever cherish all of the memories he had with each and every one of you.