- June 27, 1921 - March 13, 2016
- Iowa City, Iowa
of Jack's Passing
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Iowa City Hospice
1025 Wade Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
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“Sorry to have missed the funeral last year. Only have learned of his passing just today with the passing of Goldie. I learned a lot from his...Read More »
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1 of 13 | Posted by: James Surratt - Iowa City, IA
“To the Royston Family,My deepest sympathy to al of you. I grew up less then two blocks from you. My parents were good friends with Jack & Goldie. God...Read More »
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2 of 13 | Posted by: Gail (Vineyard) O'Reaqr - IA
“I remember my Uncle Jack and Aunt Goldie playing Monopoly with my parents at 709 6th Avenue in Coralville, all of the laughter and closeness of a...Read More »
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3 of 13 | Posted by: Rebecca (Cochran) Umland - NE
“My father, Paul Ipsen, worked with Jack in the late 60's while in the Insurance Business. He spoke so highly of Jack and his respect for his...Read More »
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4 of 13 | Posted by: Madonna Henn - Ocean Isle Beach, NC
“My condolences to Jack's family.
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5 of 13 | Posted by: James Surratt - Iowa City
“My sincerest sympathies go out to all of my family in Iowa. I have so many wonderful memories of visiting and going out to dinner with Uncle Jack...Read More »
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6 of 13 | Posted by: Amy Royston Danusis - Newmarket, NH
“Dear Aunt Goldie and family my heart breaks to hear about the loss of Uncle Jack. I will always and forever hold a special place in my heart and deep...Read More »
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7 of 13 | Posted by: Melody Royston - Seminole, FL
“You will be missed by so many. You always went above and beyond to make everyone feel special and loved and were an incredible, wonderful person. ...Read More »
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8 of 13 | Posted by: Christy Johnston - Des Moines, IA
“Jack was one of the finest people I ever met. I had the privilege of not only working with him but also considering him as a friend and a mentor. He...Read More »
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9 of 13 | Posted by: Mike Saresky - Olathe, KS
“Kelly sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. Keep all the good memories in your heart forever. God Bless
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10 of 13 | Posted by: Dan Hayslett - Iowa City, IA
“You will be great missed
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11 of 13 | Posted by: Annie Kofron - Iowa City, IA
“Goldie and Family,
We were caught by surprise, when we saw this mornings paper. Phyllis and I have very good memories of Jack & Goldie over the years...Read More »
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12 of 13 | Posted by: Gene Vineyard - Iowa City, IA
“Goldie and family,
Jack meant a lot to many of his golfing friends as he certainly did to you. Cactus Jack is more than a memory, he was a friend. ...Read More »
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13 of 13 | Posted by: Lou Eichler - Hot springs Village, AR
Jack W. Royston, 94, passed away March 13, 2016 at Mercy Hospice in Iowa City, surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral mass will be 10 a.m., Thursday, March 17th at St. Patrick Catholic Church, burial with military honors will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday at the Gay and Ciha Funeral Service where a Rosary service will begin at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jack's name can be made to Iowa City Hospice or St. Patrick Catholic Church.
Jack was born June 27, 1921 in Dayton, Ohio; son of Joe and Ina (Lovely) Royston. He proudly served in the US Marine Corp during WWII. Semper Fi was more than a moto for him, it was a way of life. Jack was a successful businessman in the insurance industry for over thirty years. After retiring, Jack started doing woodworking, a longtime dream of his. One of his favorite items to make were little tables and chairs for children, which he gave to young families and businesses. He also loved to golf and started the "Early Birds" golf league at High Point Golf Course. Other hobbies of his included photography, fishing and water skiing.
Jack never met a stranger and will be remembered by his never ending smile, friendliness, the gift to gab and sharing stories of his adventures. During the last years of his life he said if he had to live his life over again, he wouldn't change a thing!
He married Goldie (Schropp) on December 4, 1944 and raised four children. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 71 years; daughters, Sandy Romer (Larry) of Muscatine, Jill Royston and Kelly Royston of Iowa City; five grandchildren, Clint Royston (Natalie), Wendy Berry (Chad), Chad Romer (Megan), Nikki Romer and Heath Christianson; eight great-grandchildren and his brother, Ray Royston (Ellen) and their daughters, Melody and Amy of Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and son William "Bill."
Funeral Mass
March 17, 2016
10:00 AM
St. Patrick Catholic Church
4330 St. Patrick Drive
Iowa City, IA
Visitation
March 16, 2016
4:00 PM
to 6:00 PM
Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service
2720 Muscatine Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
319.338.1132
Rosary
March 16, 2016
3:30 PM
Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service
2720 Muscatine Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
319.338.1132
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Sorry to have missed the funeral last year. Only have learned of his passing just today with the passing of Goldie. I learned a lot from his knowledge of the life insurance business.
Posted by: James Surratt - Iowa City, IA - coworker Dec 05, 2017
To the Royston Family,
My deepest sympathy to al of you. I grew up less then two blocks from you. My parents were good friends with Jack & Goldie. God bless you all.
Gail (Vineyard) O'Rear
Posted by: Gail (Vineyard) O'Reaqr - North Liberty, IA - Friend Mar 31, 2016
I remember my Uncle Jack and Aunt Goldie playing Monopoly with my parents at 709 6th Avenue in Coralville, all of the laughter and closeness of a family game at a kitchen table, one of many happy family memories. This was in the late 1950s. Later in life, when I was a student at the University of Iowa, he and Goldie invited me over for a dinner; Jack took a real interest in what I was studying, and what I
I remember my Uncle Jack and Aunt Goldie playing Monopoly with my parents at 709 6th Avenue in Coralville, all of the laughter and closeness of a family game at a kitchen table, one of many happy family memories. This was in the late 1950s. Later in life, when I was a student at the University of Iowa, he and Goldie invited me over for a dinner; Jack took a real interest in what I was studying, and what I though about life. He was kind, intelligent, and talented, and had what i thought was a wonderful, understated sense of humor. Jack was married to my mother's sister, but he was also, curiously, my father's half-nephew. He was a fine man.
Posted by: Rebecca (Cochran) Umland - Kearney, NE - Family Mar 31, 2016
My father, Paul Ipsen, worked with Jack in the late 60's while in the Insurance Business. He spoke so highly of Jack and his respect for his integrity as a person. What is more to say about this man's life that made his mark in the world by the way he loved and was loved in return, a true Christian.
Deepest Sympathies,
Madonna (Ipsen) Henn
Posted by: Madonna Henn - Ocean Isle Beach, NC - Acquaintance Mar 31, 2016
My condolences to Jack's family.
Posted by: James Surratt - Iowa City - Coworker Mar 19, 2016
My sincerest sympathies go out to all of my family in Iowa. I have so many wonderful memories of visiting and going out to dinner with Uncle Jack and Aunt Goldie when they would come to stay in New Port Richey, FL for some warm weather and lots of golf! I also remember how I had to look up to the sky to see him because to me he was one of the tallest men in the world just like
My sincerest sympathies go out to all of my family in Iowa. I have so many wonderful memories of visiting and going out to dinner with Uncle Jack and Aunt Goldie when they would come to stay in New Port Richey, FL for some warm weather and lots of golf! I also remember how I had to look up to the sky to see him because to me he was one of the tallest men in the world just like his dad, my Poppy. My fondest memory, though, will always be the warm, tight hug he never failed to provide. Uncle Jack will forver be in my memories and my heart.
Posted by: Amy Royston Danusis - Newmarket, NH - Family Mar 16, 2016
Dear Aunt Goldie and family my heart breaks to hear about the loss of Uncle Jack. I will always and forever hold a special place in my heart and deep in my soul. He was a great Uncle one which can never be replaced. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family. I know someday I will see him again. I love you Uncle Jack sending you hugs and kisses to heaven xoxo
Posted by: Melody Royston - Seminole, FL - Family Mar 16, 2016
You will be missed by so many. You always went above and beyond to make everyone feel special and loved and were an incredible, wonderful person. Sending prayers and thoughts to the family during this difficult time. I know your great grand children have learned a lot from you and will always remember you with love in their hearts.
Love,
Christy Johnston
Posted by: Christy Johnston - Des Moines, IA Mar 16, 2016
Jack was one of the finest people I ever met. I had the privilege of not only working with him but also considering him as a friend and a mentor. He truly made me a better man and I thank him for all he did for me.
May he rest in peace and may his family find solace in his dedication to them and the love he showed them.
Mike Saresky
Posted by: Mike Saresky - Olathe, KS - Friend Mar 16, 2016
Kelly sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. Keep all the good memories in your heart forever. God Bless
Posted by: Dan Hayslett - Iowa City, IA - Friend Mar 15, 2016