Richard Gerst's obituary , Passed away on May 21, 2026 in Waterloo, Iowa

Richard Gerst

June 28, 1946 - May 21, 2026 (79 years old)

Waterloo, Iowa

Richard Gerst's obituary , Passed away on May 21, 2026 in Waterloo, Iowa

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Kearns Funeral Service

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Richard Gerst

June 28, 1946 - May 21, 2026 (79 years old)

Waterloo, Iowa

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Richard Gerst Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard Gerst of Waterloo, Iowa, whose life came to an end on May 21, 2026 at the age of 79, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Gerst to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Eugene Gerst and Maxine Gerst (Ahlhelm); his wife Nancy Kay Phillips; his brothers, Gary L. Gerst and Michael R. Gerst; his sisters-in-law, Renee Gerst and Donna Gerst; and his niece Lori Gerst.

He is survived by: his children, Brett Gerst of Rockwell, NC, Brian Gerst (Terri) of Waterloo, Kevin Gerst and Kim McElhaney (Andy) of Evansdale; his grandchildren, Matthew Gerst, Andrew Gerst (Kelli Bormann), Mitchell McElhaney (Calli), Dakota McElhaney (Anna) and Brandon McElhaney; his great grandchildren, Jameson, Jensen, Hadley and Karsyn McElhaney; and his siblings, Dennis "Uncle Denny" Gerst of Jesup, Dave Gerst of Waterloo and Cathy Knapp (Dave) of Kansas City, MO..

Memorials may be directed to Cedar Valley Hospice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Kearns Funeral Service



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May 27

Visitation

Tower Park
4140 Kimball Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701

Thu

May 28

Funeral service

Tower Park
4140 Kimball Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701

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