Richard J. Barsetti, 60, unexpectedly passed away Saturday, January 15,
2011. He was born August 26, 1950 in Des Moines, to Lawrence and Daisy
Barsetti.

Richard graduated from Dowling Catholic High School and later went on to
follow the family tradition as a cement mason. He was currently employed
at Speck USA, and had previously worked for Weitz, Taylor Ball, and
Design Builders. Richard married the love of his life Mari Lynn Anderson
of State Center, Iowa on March 22, 1980. He was well known for his sense
of humor, his contagious giggle, and his deep love for his family,
friends and God. Richard was a member of Operating Plasterers and Cement
Masons Local 21 and the Italian-American Society.

Richard is survived by his wife of 30 years, Mari Lynn; daughter, Rikki
Lynn of Des Moines; his son, John and Becca Barsetti and grandson, Bryce
and soon to be Baby Barsetti of Geilenkirchen, Germany; sisters: Marilyn
Agey, Joanne Smith, Judy Swartzbaugh, and Mary Jo (Dave) Barsetti
Nerland; sister-in-law, Suzanne Barsetti; brother-in-law, George Malsam;
his twin brother, Robert (Kathy) Barsetti; brothers: Joe (Rita), David
(Joy), and Pete (Linda) Mazza; honorary sister, Sandy Patterson;
honorary brother, Scott Stacy; as well as a host of beloved nieces,
nephews, family and friends.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Larry; and
sister, Carolyn Malsam.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 1 p.m., Saturday, January 22 at St.
Anthony Catholic Church with burial to follow at Glendale Cemetery.
Visitation will begin at 3 p.m., Friday, at Brooks Funeral Care ~ Tonini
Chapel with a Rosary at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be left to St.
Anthony Catholic Church.