Richard Joseph Berends, age 73 of rural Ionia, Iowa died Sunday May 2, 2010, at his home.
At the request of Richard, private family services will be held.
I only knew Rich for a few years but he treated me like family. His generosity and his love for the land will never be duplicated. I will miss him. Richards family will be in my prayers.
What can I say? A golden heart has stopped beating. Richard, we will miss you. We were blessed to have you as our special friend. So many memories that we will cherish of the friendship we shared. You will be missed by your family and friends.
I am so sorry to hear of Richard’s death. I loved working with him and will miss him and the conversations that we had. Laurie
Richard was a good friend of the family. He will be remembered as a very kind and pleasant man. May he forever rest in peace.
I am sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. He and my grandfather, Leonard Berends, were cousins.
I only knew Rich for a few years but he treated me like family. His generosity and his love for the land will never be duplicated. I will miss him. Richards family will be in my prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with Richards family at this difficult time.
What can I say? A golden heart has stopped beating. Richard, we will miss you. We were blessed to have you as our special friend. So many memories that we will cherish of the friendship we shared. You will be missed by your family and friends.