Ricky "Slick" Kobliska

July 6, 1968 ~ September 5, 2023
Ricky "Slick" Kobliska age 55 of New Hampton, IA, formerly of Alta Vista, IA, died Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at New Hampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 9, 2023, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in New Hampton with Rev. Peter Faugstad officiating.
Friends may greet the family from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 9, 2023, prior to the Memorial Service at the church on Saturday.
A Celebration of Life will be held following services at Schucky's Bar & Grill in Alta Vista from 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Ricky "Slick" Kobliska, born on July 6, 1968, in New Hampton, Iowa, passed away peacefully in his hometown on September 5, 2023. Son to Clarence and Leone (Kacher) Kobliska, Ricky was a beloved brother to Bobby and Roger. His lively spirit and kind heart left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Ricky's early education began in Alta Vista, where he attended school from kindergarten through the sixth grade. He completed his education at New Hampton High School, proudly walking across the stage as part of the graduating class of 1987. Ricky's love for learning extended beyond the classroom, as he was always interested in the world around him and loved to engage in thoughtful conversations with those he met.
After graduating, Ricky began his professional journey by joining his father at Kobliska pallet factory. His dedication to his work was a testament to his strong work ethic and commitment to his family's legacy. Ricky was also an active member of the Alta Vista community, often seen riding his scooter down the streets, his friendly wave and warm smile a familiar and comforting sight to his neighbors.
Music was a significant part of Ricky's life. He had a particular fondness for heavy metal bands, and he enjoyed listening to his favorite tracks at high volume. An avid sports enthusiast, Ricky had a deep love for The Hawkeyes. He never missed a game and was always ready to cheer on his team. His interest in sports also extended to wrestling, with WWE being a favorite. Ricky was a food enthusiast and loved exploring different cuisines. He was a constant presence at his nieces' and nephews' sporting events, always there to support and cheer them on. Ricky also held a special place in his heart for his cousin's NFL games, never missing a chance to watch him play.
Ricky cherished the time he spent with his girlfriend Brenda Parks. They shared many memorable moments together, their friendship a testament to Ricky's ability to form deep and meaningful connections. Ricky also had a close relationship with his best friend, Del Mahoney and stepdad, Dale Roethler, who both played a significant role in his life.
Ricky was a man of faith, always kind and willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. His vibrant personality and kind nature will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Ricky "Slick" Kobliska's life was a testament to his kind and faith-filled spirit. His love for music, sports, family, and his community was evident in everything he did. His memory will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him, a beautiful reminder of a life well-lived.
Ricky is survived by his two brothers, Bobby (Krista) Kobliska of Independence, IA, Roger (Amber) Kobliska of Waverly, IA; girlfriend, Brenda Parks of New Hampton, IA, step-dad, Dale Roethler of Alta Vista, IA, step-mother, Vickey Kobliska of Waverly, IA; nieces and nephews, Tylor Kobliska of Ionia, IA, Josie Kobliska of Alta Vista, IA, Kaden Kobliska of Riceville, IA, Claire Kobliska of Waverly, IA, Easton Kobliska of Waverly, IA, Greyson Kobliska of Waverly, IA, Kambry Kobliska of Waverly, IA, Abby Barker of Des Moines, IA, Brady Barker of New Hampton, IA.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Darron Kobliska in 2000.
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Sending prayers to you all
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Sorry for your loss! Prayers
Sorry for your Loss!!
Thoughts and Prayers
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Thinking of the whole family!
Thinking of his family and Brenda!!!
Sending our sympathies, RIP Rick!!
My Deepest Sympathy to Rick’s Family and Brenda. Prayers and Thoughts with you during this difficult time of Loss.
James and Lyn Bailey
Ricky was one of a kind!! Thinking of all the family.
Brenda Parks, I’m so sorry!!
Our condolences to the family.
So sad to hear this. Thinking of his family and sending our prayers.
Rest in peace, Slick!!! We were fortunate that he was able to make it to our last class reunion! What a guy!!
So sorry to hear this. Our condolences to the family and friends.
Only since hugs and prayers to the entire family
Sending sympathy to the family
So sorry for your loss.
Brenda so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. Hugs and prayers! If you need to talk, just call me!
Oh so sorry to hear that! Prayers and sympathy for all the family.
Sending prayers to all
Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. So sorry to hear this. Hugs
Sending Thoughts and prayers for the family
Thoughts and prayers for the family and Brenda.
When my parents were at Rehab Ricky always visited them. He was a great man. Sending prayers to his family. Jeanne and David Roder
Sorry for your loss
Sorry to hear this! Rick was a very special guy and will be greatly missed by many! Hugs and prayers to his family and many friends!
My sympathys to Bobby and the Kobliska family.
Brenda Parks I’m so sorry for your loss
Sending sincere thoughts and prayers to Ricky’s, friends and family. Ricky was quite a guy I had him in school. Always had that smile on his face.
Sympathy and prayers to his family.
sending sympathy to the Kobliska family
Brenda, you have my deepest sympathies
Sorry Brenda sympathy to you and the Kolbliska family.
Thoughts and prayers to Ricky’s family. Sorry for your loss.
Hugs and prayers Brenda! Remember all the good times, and cherish the memories ❤️🙏
Sympathy to his famoly
Sympathy to Rick’s family.
Thoughts and prayers are with each of you for your loss.
So sorry to hear .my sympathy to all of you!He was a great guy!!!❤
So sorry for your loss Brenda Parks. Our sympathies.
Sorry for your loss.
Sympathy to the family
So sorry for your loss Brenda Parks🙏🏼
Thinking of the family prayers sent
A loved nephew. Prayers and thoughts for his family.
Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and Brenda!
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So sorry to hear about Rick’s passing. Prayers for Bobby, Krista and family!
Sympathies to all he knew ❤️
Sending sympathy to family and Brenda. So sorry.
My sympathy to Ricky’s family and friends. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Our sympathy to Rick’s family and friends, and especially to Brenda. So sorry for your loss.
Prayers to the family and Brenda.
So sorry to hear!
He was such a nice guy! I’m sorry to hear this sad news!
Sorry for your loss, Brenda Parks.
Condolences to all of his family and friends 🙏
Thoughts and prayers to all
Deepest sympathy to family and Brenda.
So sorry Brenda. Hugs 🤗
Thinking of you Brenda, So sorry!
Deepest sympathy to Rick’s family and friends🙏
Thinking of you Brenda Parks!! I’m so sorry to hear about Ricky!🙏🏻
One of kind Sympathy to all
Condolences to his entire family, RIP Ricky .
Sorry to hear. Prayers to the family. Thinking & praying for you Brenda Parks , take care!
You have our sympathy Brenda. Sorry for your loss.
Sending thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss..sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time..treasure the memories forever as they can never be taken away.
Sympathy to the family.
Praying for Slick and his family, it was an pleasure to have know such a special man.
Condolences to the family. RIP Slick.
So sorry Brenda, cherish your memories 😢
Sorry for your loss Brenda Parks, hugs for comfort.
Prayers to all of Ricky’s family & friends. He was one guy that exemplied the motto “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.”
So sorry for your loss
Sympathy to the family and friends
Sending our Sympathy and prayers to Ricky’s family!!
Sympathy to the family!
Our sincere sympathies to Rickey’s family and Brenda.
My deepest sympathy to Bobby and family.
Very sad to see this. I am so glad I visited him recently. Great guy! Rest in Peace Slickster!
Sorry for your loss
Sending prayers and sympathy to Rick’s family and especially to Brenda. I’m so sorry.
Deepest sympathies to you Brenda, Bobby, Roger and family and all of Rick’ friends. He was such a great guy who never complained about nothing. I will cherish our many conversations through the years. Rick loved to visit with everyone when he had the chance to. You made the best of life with a forever smile! RIP Slick!
Truly going to miss this guy. He was a special person with a huge heart. Sorry for the loss for his family and friends… until next time RIP Slick dog!!
So sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. Brenda, you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and Brenda!
My sympathy Brenda.
So sorry for your loss Brenda. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Sorry for your loss
So sorry to hear about Rick! Sympathy to the family. I know Mike will miss him alot.
Our deepest condolences to Ricky’s family. ♥️🙏🏼
So sorry for loss, prayers to you all 🙏🏻💞🙏🏻
Our sympathies to Ricky’s family and friends.
So very sorry to hear this🥲Ricky was a great guy. Sympathy to his family 🙏
Sympathy to you all. He will enjoy heaven
My deepest sympathy to Ricky’s family and Brenda Parks!
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers to Rick’s family.
Our sympathy to Brenda and family
Sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts are with your family
– Barney and char white
Sorry for your loss prayers to the kobliska family and friends also to Brenda Parks
My sympathies to all the family. Lots of great memories through the years. A great fun guy!
Ricky will be dearly missed. One memory stands out in my mind of his graduation from high school. As he crossed the stage to receive his diploma, he stopped midway, raised his arms and yelled “yeah!” Then he continued to get his diploma. His smile was infectious, his conversations were deep with meaning, and his love was from the heart. May our Lord give his family peace and comfort.
Our sympathy to Ricky’s family an friends.
So sorry for your loss of Rick to the Kobliska family
Bobby K so sorry to hear about your brother.Sending prayers and thoughts your direction.
All the memories and amazing times together. Rick you were and will always be a big brother to me🩵. You smiled when things seemed so bleak. You always had a way to make everyone lol. One of the strongest people I have ever known. Bob I am sorry about Rick and just think of all the good times all of us had together from little on. Hope you, Roger, Tylor, Josie and Kaden are doing okay✝️.
Kobliska Family — My sincere sympathy…such a vibrant character. He will be missed!
Bobby and family, so sorry for your loss. Ricky was one of a kind and will be missed. Judy Bahlmann.
Thoughts and prayers to the Kobliska family. May you all find comfort and peace in the days ahead. RIP Slick! Fly high and give them a good “Can you smell what the rock is cooking”. You are going to be missed by all in the AV Community.
David Carrie and Hayley Zweibohmer
Please accept our sympathy
He was a real close friend of mine and his will always be missed