Richard Lorenzo Seibert

Richard (Dick) Lorenzo Seibert, age 85, of Waukee, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, at EveryStep Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa. Born March 29, 1939, in Albia, Iowa, to George Seibert and Teresa Mae Benton Seibert, Richard lived a life full of dedication, service, and love.
After attending Albia Schools, Richard graduated from Albia High School in the class of 1957. His early years were marked by hard work as a newspaper delivery person for the Des Moines Register and Tribune. His sense of duty lead him to join the Army Reserves, where he served for six years.
Richard embarked on a career with Coca-Cola as a delivery driver, eventually transitioning to driving semi-truck, most recently for PDI. He operated the Pester Derby station on Vine Street in West Des Moines and was known fondly as "Derby Dick", he also made his mark as an auctioneer in Granger, Iowa.
He is survived by his devoted wife of sixty-four years, Barbara (Gray) Seibert; his loving children: Lisa Anderson of Mitchellville, Leslie (Pat) Sullivan of Urbandale, George Seibert of West Des Moines, and Lori (Mike) Duffy of Belleville, Illinois. Additionally, Richard leaves behind six cherished grandchildren: Stephanie Berry, Taylor Berry, Bailey Evans, Marshall Sharp, RaeAnn Sullivan, and Shannon Carroll, along with five adored great-grandchildren: Hudson Moos, Everlee Moos, Paislee Berry, Joslyn Evans, and Julian Evans. His sister, Georgina Beary of Cedar Rapids also survives him.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings: Frances Weeks, Bobbie Seibert, Jack Seibert, Calvin Seibert, James Seibert, and Kathryn Burkman.
A memorial service to celebrate Richard's life will be held on January 11, 2025, at Grace United Methodist Church, located at 3700 Cottage Grove, Des Moines. Visitation will begin at 10:00am., followed by services at 11:00am. A luncheon will follow the service. Richard's remains will be laid to rest at Mitchellville Cemetery in the spring of 2025 after cremation.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to EveryStep Hospice House in Des Moines, Iowa, or to the Animal Rescue League (ARL).
Richard will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family and his tireless work ethic. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.