Ricky Lee Strait
  • Born on: October 12, 1950
  • Departed on: May 15, 2017
  • Resided in: Anamosa, IA

Ricky Lee Strait

Ricky Lee Strait, 66, of Anamosa, died Monday, May 15, 2017 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids. A Celebration of Life will be held at the residence of Ricky and Cindy Strait, 10895 215th Avenue, Anamosa, IA at 1:00 pm Sunday, May 21, 2017. 

Ricky was born October 12, 1950, the son of Rex and Joan (Stepanek) Simpson, in Iowa City. He was married to Cynthia Larrimore on June 20, 1970 in Rock Island, IL. Ricky worked for Truck Country in Cedar Rapids for several years. He was an avid fan of trucks and cars. More than anything, Ricky loved his family and spending time with them.

Survivors include his wife, Cindy Strait; six grandchildren, Alicia (Brandon) Black, Natasha Strait, Kameron Strait, Bailey Strait, Morgan Strait, Lillian Strait; three siblings, Darla Simpson, Clint Simpson, Debbie Siggins; uncle, Donald Stepanek; aunt, Wanda O’Connor; daughter-in-law, Renee Dawn (Lonnie) McGovern; and faithful pet companion, Nash Lucy. 

He was preceded in death by his son, Chad Strait; and parents.

Memorials may be directed to the family in memory of Ricky.

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