He graduated from St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN, in 1967, and began his career at Westinghouse Nuclear in Monroeville, PA. Rick moved to Iowa City, IA in 1976, working for Westinghouse Learning and Leisure and transferred to National Computer Systems when it acquired the Westinghouse Iowa City location. He was an executive in the National Computer Systems Headquarters in the Minneapolis, MN area from 1984 -1997. In 1991, he purchased St. Paul East KOA (later renamed St. Paul East RV Park) and owned and operated the family business until 2017, where he enjoyed full time involvement after retiring from National Computer Systems in 1997. He loved living in Marco Island each winter, beginning in 1997, before making it his permanent home in 2017.
Rick was very proud of his personal achievements, but he was most proud of his family. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Susan, of 57 years; children, Matthew Poss (Rachael), Amy Poss; grandchildren, Jonah Poss, Helen Poss, Evelyn Poss; siblings, Jack Poss (Janice), Tom Poss (Vina); many relatives and good friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Marjorie Poss, siblings Don Poss (Ann), Robert Poss, and Shirley Poss. Don and Ann were much loved and appreciated as mentors and honorary parents.
Per his wishes, a private family service will be held at the Marco Island, FL cemetery. Remembrances can be made through contributions to Avow Hospice Compassionate Care for the Collier Community at https://avowcares.org/
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