Richard Short Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Short of Winthrop, Iowa, who passed away on December 14, 2024, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Short to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Patrick Short and Dorothy Short; and his brother Thomas Short. He is survived by: his wife Arduth Kelley of Patrick's Catholic Church; his children, Rodney Short (Joanna) of Bettendorf, IA, Randy Short (Amy) of Lebanon, IL and Christine Berryhill (Todd) of Ames, IA; his grandchildren, Abbie Coniglio (Angelo), Adam, Alex, Aric Berryhill, Kelly, Katie, Calvin and Ryan Short; and his siblings, Donald Short (Janet) of Winthrop, IA, Beverly Smith (Dennis) of Mesquite, NV and Ann Speckman (Haven) of Farmington, MN. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

A rosary was held on Friday, December 20th 2024 at 3:30 PM at the Reiff Family Center - Winthrop (224 220th St, Winthrop, IA 50682). Visitation was held on Friday, December 20th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Saturday, December 21st 2024 at 10:30 AM at the St. Patrick's Catholic Church - Winthrop (555 1st St S, Winthrop, IA 50682).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Richard's memory to a charity of your choice.