Visitation: Tuesday, October 17, 2023, 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Peterson Mortuary, 212 S. Locust Street, Glenwood, Iowa.
Services: Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 1:00 P.M., Peterson Mortuary, 212 S. Locust Street, Glenwood, Iowa.
Richard “Dick” Lee Cape, 77 of Glenwood, Iowa passed away October 14, 2023 in Omaha, Nebraska. He was born January 2, 1946 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Lloyd and Wilma Cape.
Dick was united in marriage to Cheryl Kay Hatcher on March 28, 1968 in Glenwood, Iowa. To this union two children were born, Richard Lee Cape, Jr. and Melissa “Missy”.
Dick faithfully served his country in the Army. He was employed with the railroad as a carman and engineer retiring in 2006. Dick was an amazing welder, craftsman and loved to read. He met his favorite author, Robert Ludlum in person. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.
Preceding Dick in passing were his parents, the love of his life Cheryl Cape, brother James Cape and sister Betty Petersen. Survivors include his children Richard (Cathy) Cape of Omaha, Nebraska; Melissa “Missy” (Kevin) Blunt of Glenwood, Iowa; grandchildren Jared Rehn, Brianna Rehn, Janey Cape and Trey (Richard Lee Cape, III); extended relatives and friends.
Interment with Military Honors, Silver City Cemetery, Silver City, Iowa.
Memorial donations may be directed to: Glenwood Iowa Public Library or the Harvey T. Rimel Post #141 Glenwood American Legion.
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Rich, I’m sorry for your loss. Care so much for you and your extended family. Thanks for being you for the past years. A credit to your heritage and who you are.
Sympathy and love to you, dear cousins. I always enjoyed talking with Dick. Great man. Terrific father and husband. Reunited with his love, Cheryl. May you feel comfort at this difficult time.
I am very sorry for the loss of Dick.. He, Jack and Linda Fields, Denny and Sandy Fields and Mike Stogdill, and myself, all hung out together during our High School years..I shared many fun filled memories with Dick and the gang.. I lost contact with them after High School, but will always remember Dick’s kindness and smile.. Again, I send you my deepest condolences.. Sincerely , Kathie Poulos Schweiss
Rich,
Sarah and I are sending prayers to you and your family…. Be well
My condolences to the Cape family. Dick was a great friend and will be missed.
This awesome man will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences to the family.
I’ve known Dick almost my whole life. He has been a friend since high school of my brother Mike. I remember him coming to our house when I was just a little kid. He & my dad used to banter back and forth. Dick was such a kind & caring man. I know he loved Cheryl & his family beyond measure. Sending you all prayers of comfort & peace.
My heart goes out to Rich and Missy. Your Dad will be greatly missed. My sincerest condolences to you both and the rest of your family. Sending love and hugs. ❤️
Rich and Missy, your Dad and Mom as well as Earl and Donna, were amazing Christians, and such classy fun people. Bud and I enjoyed being with them so much–I’ll always remember Cheryl’s bubbly laugh, and the pranks your dad would pull on all of us. All of us who knew the Capes and Hatchers were blessed.
Sorry for your loss of a great man that would put a smile on you every time you looked at him. Came to me to fix there cars when needed many good times. He called me to run him down town one day we got back home 5 HRS later it was a blast. He will be missed by many my prayers for Rich and Missy and all family.
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