John Irving Riker Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John Irving Riker of Boone, Iowa, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 2, 2025 at the age of 74. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Irving Riker to pay them a last tribute.
As John Irving departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though John Irving may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy John Irving leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Stanton and Ilamae Riker (Klousia); and his brothers, Tom Riker, Richard Riker and Donald Riker.
He is survived by: his children, Meliea Desher of Boone and John Ethan Riker of Ames; his granddaughter Madisen Desher of Scottsdale, AZ; and his brother Stephen Riker of Boone. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
