In Remembrance Of
James Ronald Argotsinger
James Ronald Argotsinger, 75, of Smithville, MO passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2016.
He was born on June 14, 1941 to Kenneth B. and Betty (Riddle) Argotsinger in Dow City, IA where he grew up and graduated from Woodbine High School in 1959. James attended Graceland College in Lamoni, IA before transferring to the University of Nebraska where he received his Bachelors of Science in Pharmacology in 1965.
On June 22, 1963, he was united in marriage to Karen Marilee Boyer. After their marriage, they lived in Lincoln, NE, Glenwood, IA, and Indianola, IA. In 1968, Jim and Karen purchased Newcomb’s Pharmacy in Creston, IA. They later renamed it to Village Center Incorporated and added a fabric store, waterbed store and small café. Jim worked for Wal-Mart Pharmacy in Kirksville, MO for 7 years. In 1993, they moved to Smithville and ran the Smithville Pharmacy from 1992-1998. Jim then worked as a relief pharmacist for RPH on the Go before taking a position with the Red Cross Pharmacy in Excelsior Spring until his accident in 2002.
Jim was a loving husband and father and was very proud of all his grandchildren. He was a very kind, warm hearted, generous person who opened his home to all.
He was a member of the Lions Club, Auxiliary Police Force, and the Chamber of Commerce all in Creston, IA. While in Creston, he was an Elder in the RLDS Church. Jim was also a member of the Model A Club in Smithville.
Jim was preceded in death by his wife Karen; his parents Kenneth and Betty; brother Dennis Argotsinger; brother-in-law Steven Anderson and nephew Scott Argotsinger.
He is survived by children, Carol Rice and husband Adam, Rodney Argotsinger and wife Chanda, Kenda Argotsinger, Melanie (Mike) Johnson, and Den-Ny (Rick Housler) Hwang; grandchildren, Joshua and Alex, Meghan and Les, Michael, Tiffany, Emily, and Matthew; great-grandchildren, Desiree, Xearianna, and Daymien; brothers, Larry (Bonnie) Argotsinger and Gale Argotsinger; sisters, Patty McGuire, Diana (Jay) Lowrey, Judy Anderson, and Debbie (Lee) Fillian; sister-in-law Connie Argotsinger; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Memorial Service: 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 29th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville with visitation from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Donations may be made in Jim’s memory to care for the cemetery c/o the funeral home.
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Wes Moon
Love Lives on.
Stan and Diane Boyer
We're so sorry for your loss and that we can't be there for the funeral. Jim fought a brave fight for many years, and now he is pain-free and at peace. We are thinking about you all during this difficult time. Love, Stan and Diane
Diana Lowrey
Jim, as God calls you home, your years of pain and suffering are over,. Once again, you are united with Karen. Your children and grandchildren who loved you so deeply will miss ypu. My prayer is that the Holy Sprit will bless and comfort them.Love your sisterDiana
Tre Guy
Carol you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you and Adam.
Carolyn (Heistand) Phillips
I'm so sorry to hear about Jim . My first husband & I were very close friends with Jim & Karen through college & afterwards for several yrs ! My husband, Byron Lee grew up in Woodbine & he & Jim were great friends & Karen & I were room mates for several yrs so Byron & I got them together! We spent lots of time with them — lots of talking & doing! My sympathy to all the family –god Bless You All !
Byron lee
I am very sorry to hear of Jims passing. I had not talked to him in some time. We went to high school together and roomed together in college. He will be missed by many but he is present in heaven.
G Dale Argotsinger
I have always appreciated my cousins and their commitment to values of service and worthy endeavors. Jim blessed all he came into contact with his family, friends and community. May all his personal family beblessed with God'sSpirit of love and peace.