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John P. Rarick
John P. Rarick
North Liberty
John P. Rarick passed away Dec. 28, 2022.
He was born July 18, 1939, in Iowa City, to Allen A. Rarick and Ruth E. Rarick. John graduated from Tiffin High School in 1957 and farmed in Johnson County since he was 16. He married Theola K. Colony on Sept. 12, 1964.
John was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Theola; son, Clint P. Rarick (Rosemarie); daughter, Kathryn K. Dorsey; her two children, John’s grandchildren, Dean P. Dorsey and Theola J. Dorsey; and by his brother, Robert A. Rarick (Joyce).
Memorial services are pending at this time through Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service. To share a thought, memory or condolence, visit the funeral home website at www.gayandciha.com. Service details will be announced.
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