Remembering Rick Kinser
Rick Kinser, known to family and friends as “Rick,” lived a rich life in his 68 years as a son, brother, husband, father, and friend to many.
He was born on April 3, 1956, in La Grange, Kentucky, to parents Don and Georgia Kinser and was a 1974 graduate of Jefferson School.
Service and Career
After graduating, he moved to Arizona, where he enlisted and served in the Marines from 1974 until 1979, working on aircraft missiles.
Following his service, he moved back to the Rockton area and became an engineer at Dean Foods Company, later accepting a promotion to join Dean Foods in Tennessee at the Mayfield Dairy.
Personal Life
One of his favorite places to visit was Las Vegas, where he and his cousins and uncles from Kentucky traveled together as a yearly tradition.
He had a strong faith that he never lost.
Rick worshiped alongside his mother at Peter in South Beloit every Saturday and Sunday.
His family urges family members to make plans while they still have a voice to advocate for themselves.
Author's summary: Rick Kinser lived a rich life as a family man and veteran.