Ronald "Rick" Williams

Ronald Rickey “Rick” Williams, 76, of Mount Pleasant passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his home.

Rick was born on May 31, 1949, in Mount Pleasant the son of Ronald Newton “Newt” and Lucille Kathryn (Wellington) Williams.  Rick graduated from the Mount Pleasant High School with the class of 1967. Following his graduation, he attended Southeastern Community College in West Burlington for two years. He worked for the Mount Pleasant Utilities as an operator for 26 years before he retired.

He loved music and had a collection of over 300 old 45’s and had written over 200 poems and songs in his lifetime.  Rick was a big fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Chiefs.  Rick played softball in his younger years, and enjoyed taking walks, riding his bike and shooting baskets at the REC Center.  He enjoyed gardening and giving his produce to others.  Rick was devoted to the Holy Scriptures and was a student of the Bible.  He was a past member of the V.F.W. Sons of AMVETS.

Rick is survived by his cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Newt and Lucille Williams.

According to his wishes cremation has been entrusted to the care of Murphy Funeral Home of Mount Pleasant.  No services will be held. Memorials may be directed to All God’s Creatures Animal Shelter in Mount Pleasant in his memory.

The Murphy Funeral Home of Mount Pleasant is honored to serve the family with love, comfort and dignity as we celebrate the life of Rick.

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