William "Bill" John Hollinrake

He was preceded in death by his father Leo and father-in-law Kenneth Forburger. He is survived by his mother Wilma and mother-in-law Darlene Forburger; his wife Jean of 26 years; three children, John, Jennifer, and Justin; his siblings Joan Gideon, Colleen Hollinrake, Debra (Garry) Caldbeck, and David (Sharon) Hollinrake; and many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Bill grew up in Des Moines, attended St. Anthony’s Catholic School and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1979. Following graduation, he continued his education at Iowa State University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Later in life he would further his education by receiving a master’s degree in education from Drake University.

He met the love of his life, Jean Forburger in 1988 and the couple was married June 27, 1992. They met upon Bill’s return from flight school with the Iowa Army National Guard. Bill would go on to serve his country for twenty years before retiring as a Captain with 1 Squadron 113 Cavalry, Sioux City. Bill was a professor at DMACC teaching computer languages and took pride in his role with developing distance learning classes.

Bill enjoyed watching sports, especially Iowa State basketball and the NBA. He also enjoyed spending time with family, supporting his children in their endeavors, and going out to eat.

He was a loving son, brother, great husband, and wonderful father. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.