Richard A. Hestness's obituary , Passed away on October 14, 2025 in Council Bluffs, Iowa

Richard A. Hestness

October 21, 1943 - October 14, 2025 (81 years old)

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Richard A. Hestness's obituary , Passed away on October 14, 2025 in Council Bluffs, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cutler Funeral Home

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Richard A. Hestness

October 21, 1943 - October 14, 2025 (81 years old)

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Richard A. Hestness Obituary

The world bids farewell to Richard A. Hestness of Council Bluffs, Iowa, departing on October 14, 2025 at the age of 81. Richard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leonard Hestness and Ruth P. Hestness (Olson); his wife V. Diane Saggs; and his siblings, Kay Pitt (Norm), Marlene Turk (Frank) and Robert.

He is survived by: his children, Susan Mullins (Scott) of Council Bluffs, David Hestness (Becky) of Council Bluffs and Deb Hestness (Jon White) of Council Bluffs; and his sister-in-law Connie Hestness of Des Moines, IA. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 24th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home & Crematory (545 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 25th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cutler Funeral Home



Fri

Oct 24

Visitation

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home & Crematory
545 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Sat

Oct 25

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home & Crematory
545 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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