In Memory of Ricky L. Argo
Ricky L. Argo, age 69, of Arthur, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Cherokee Specialty Care of Cherokee, Iowa.
A Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Home of Ida Grove, Iowa. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Tabor Cemetery of Tabor, Iowa.
The Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Home of Ida Grove, Iowa, is in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.christensenvanhouten.com
Ricky Leroy Argo, the son of William H. and Bonnie M. (Thompson) Argo, was born on June 29, 1955, in Maryville, Missouri. He grew up in Maryville before the family relocated to Sidney, Iowa, where he graduated from Sidney High School.
On January 11, 1973, Ricky married his high school sweetheart Debra R. Bright in Maryville. Ricky worked at Shenandoah Gate Company in Shenandoah, Iowa, before enlisting into the United States Army in 1977. During his service, Ricky hauled heavy equipment before being medically discharged in 1984. After being discharged Ricky returned home and worked as a welder in Shenandoah before relocating to Arthur, Iowa, in 1998, to work as a manager for Hawkeye Fabrication until he retired in 2017.
Ricky loved the great outdoors and was an avid hunter, fisherman, and archer. He also had a deep appreciation for animals; horses in particular. Ricky also enjoyed motorcycles.
Survivors include his devoted wife of 51 years, Debra Argo of Arthur, IA; daughters Teresa (Don) Larsen of Omaha, NE and Susan Sholty of Wall Lake, IA; grandchildren Mitchell (Aubrey) Sholty of Ida Grove, IA, Jeff (Brittany) Larsen of Omaha, NE, Nicholas Sholty of Holstein, IA, Andrew Sholty of Ida Grove, IA and Katelyn Sholty of Wall Lake & Ida Grove, IA; great grandchildren Braxton, Brinley and Cooper; brother Ronnie (Connie) Argo of Corydon, IA; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Ricky was preceded in death by his parents William and Bonnie Argo; infant daughter Michelle Argo; brother Randy Argo, paternal and maternal grandparents; and in-laws Alta and Leroy Bright.
CASKET BEARERS
Honorary Pallbearers
Ricky's Grandchildren
Mitchell Sholty
Nicholas Sholty
Andrew Sholty
Katelyn Sholty
Jeff Larsen
VISITATION
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Christensen-Van Houten
Funeral Home
Ida Grove, Iowa
INTERMENT
Tabor Cemetery
Tabor, Iowa
Condolences
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So sorry to hear of Rick's passing. We had a lot of fun working together for 25 years. He was such a huge part of getting Hawkeye Fab. up and running smoothly. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.”
Jacki and I were saddened by your loss. Rick & yourself took a big chance on us 25 years ago and made the move to Ida Grove, far from home. We are so glad that you did, Rick became an integral part of our business and a friend. It was always fun when we could bring a smile to his face or even some laugher to prove he wasn’t as serious as he wanted us all to believe. He had a good heart and we always knew he would be there for us if we needed assistance. We offer our sincere condolences, he will be missed.”
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss our visit with Rick. Matt always enjoyed seeing him. ”