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Richard Lintner Obituary

Reverend Richard James Lintner

Urbandale

The Rev. Richard J. Lintner of The Reserve in Urbandale died at Mercy West Lakes, Monday, September 15, 2014. He was born on August 16, 1926 in Lansing, MI to Dr. R.C. and Gladys Lintner. He was raised in Ionia, MI and graduated from Michigan State University and subsequently from Seabury-Western Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois. He was ordained an Episcopal Priest in December of 1953 in Christ Church, Charlevoix, MI. He also held a Master of Public Affairs specializing in management of programs and facilities for the aging from the University of Minnesota.

After serving several churches he came to Iowa in 1971 and for many years was priest-in-charge/Vicar of St. Andrew's Church n Chariton and at times was an instructor at DMACC. At the time of retirement he was named Vicar Emeritus of St. Andrew's and Honorary Canon of St. Paul's Cathedral.

Fr. Lintner was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, the ACLU, Lambda Legal and an honorary member of the NAACP. It is believed that he was the last surviving member of the South Iowa Chapter of the Flat Earth Society.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria Lintner; a son, Christian Phillip Julius (Shin Kwon) Lintner of Minneapolis, MN; a daughter, Noelle "Trixie" Lintner of Carroll; two grandsons, Ian (Heather) Lintner of Des Moines and Stephen (Grace) Lintner of Bloomington,MN; and one granddaughter, Victoria Lintner of Minneapolis, MN.

Services will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 18, 2014 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Following the service the body will be cremated and the ashes interred at a later date in Broughton Cemetery near Pontiac, IL alongside seven generations of his family.

A visitation will be held 6 - 8 p.m., Wednesday, September 17 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Memorial Contributions may be made to: The ASPCA

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Published by the Des Moines Register on Sep. 16, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Lintner

8 Entries

Charles Ballew

January 4, 2015

I just did a Google search for Richard as I had not heard from him in many months and had a suspicion I would find an obituary. I first met Richard when he was a visitor at St. Mary's Episcopal Church around 1994 here in Kansas City, MO, where I was a very active member until early 1998. Because of our mutual love of 'high church,' Richard and I became fast friends, meeting for lunch on the occasions when he had to be in the Kansas City area, but more frequently as email correspondents when we both shared many joyous conversations - both serious and humorous. I have missed those communications, and this finally prompted me to do the Google search this evening. I extend my profound sympathy to Gloria (whom I met a few times) and the entire Lintner family, many of whom Richard regaled me with his praise for them, especially grandson Ian, of whom he seemed especially fond. I am so sorry for the loss all of you have experienced, but I hope the many fond memories of your husband, father, grandfather, and friend will linger for many years.

Al and Colleen Campbell

December 18, 2014

Dear Gloria,
I was very sad to learn of Richards passing. He was a wonderful teacher, administrator, leader and mentor in the long term care field who became a friend.
Blessings to you and your family during this time of loss.
Love. Al and Colleen Campbell

September 22, 2014

So very sorry to learn about Richard's passing. He & I communicated often via E-Mail re: our family history. I shall miss his insight and his comments! Sincerely, Meri Earing Knapp (a distant cousin)

September 17, 2014

Gloria and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed our visits at the dental office. I am sure you feel lucky to have traveled so extensively throughout you marriage. May these memories comfort you during this difficult time. Liz Waters

Geodes, June 2006

Terry and Harry Swanson

September 17, 2014

Fr. Lintner, You were both a great story teller and a wonderful listener.
Rest in peace.

Ian Lintner

September 17, 2014

Richard as your Grandson you were always there to help me, and you were there for so many people and selflessly helped so many. Your humor and love will be missed by all.

Floyd Gardner

September 17, 2014

Richard was my teacher when I prepared for my Nursing Home Administrator's license. As a result of Richard's teaching, many people went into their community to improve the lives of the less advantaged. Richard left a large footprint. I remember him fondly and with great respect.

Glenn Rankin

September 16, 2014

May Richard rest in peace. May his family be surrounded with love and peace.

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