Francis Clarence Ries Obituary
The world bids farewell to Francis Clarence Ries of Hopkinton, Iowa, departing on February 1, 2026 at the age of 83. Francis leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Francis Clarence Ries or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his in-laws, Bill Ries (Elsie), Charles Ries, Wally Ries (Rita), Fred Ries (Sandy) and Martin Kruse; and his parent Alphones.
He is survived by: his stepchildren, Kyla Lenz (Jeff), Janelle Walton (Kyle) and Brent Husmann (Jazz); his grandchildren, Parker Shakespear (Melissa), Laisee Shakespear (Lance Miller), Kess Walton, Kyce Mahr (Jacob), Dalton Husmann (Beth) and Jabezz Huisman (Taylor); his great grandchildren, Knox, Kolt, Kipton, Kyden and Koden; his in-laws, John Ries (Ruth), Mary Brown (Ralph), Joann Kruse, Kathy Becker (Jerry), Ed Ries (Eileen), Janet Thomas, Merle Ries (Sue), Marge Gaul (Larry) and Gerry Ries; his wife Cheryl Henderson; and his pet Percheron. He is also survived by Papa to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
