"So sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed seeing and talking to Roland."
In loving memory of
Roland Dippold
May 14, 1935 - January 8, 2024
Roland Dippold, age 88, of Ames, Iowa died on Monday, January 8, 2024 at his home. There will be a gathering of family and friends at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA from 10 am - 12 noon on Wednesday, January 17, with a memorial service beginning at 12 noon. Burial will follow at University Park Cemetery in Oskaloosa, IA.
Roland was born in Fredersdorf near Berlin, Germany on May 14, 1935. He and his two brothers were raised on their grandparents' farm until they moved to Berlin before the beginning of World War II. Although he lived through the hardships of war as a child, he always shared stories about the wonderful American GIs who helped his family after the end of the war, which inspired his dreams of immigrating to the United States.
He met his future wife Renate, in Herne, Germany in 1954 while Roland was training to become a mining engineer while working as a coal miner. They immigrated to the United States in 1960 along with their eldest daughter, Heidi. Roland worked in the Iowa State University (ISU) Memorial Union cafeteria until becoming a night watchman for ISU and then a campus police officer. He coached and played for an ISU sponsored amateur soccer club in the mid-1960s. He joined the Ames Police force in 1967 where he worked for nearly 30 years. During that time, Roland graduated from Des Moines Area Community College and was promoted to the detective division, specializing in checks and frauds, becoming a hand writing expert. He retired in 1995 and worked as a hand writing consultant for several years. During retirement he enjoyed traveling in his motorhome with his wife and often with his grandson, Denny. Roland loved spending time with his family. He was always a jokester and took pleasure in chatting with people. He was a soccer fanatic.
Survivors include his wife, Renate, and his daughters, Heidi Hogan and Peggy (Tim) Vos. Preceding Roland in death was his grandson, Denny Macdonald, his parents and brothers.
Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Tributes
"I am so sorry to hear about Roland's passing, he worked with my husband, Cliff Ball for many, many years. He was a fine officer and dear friend. Renate and family, you have my deepest sympathy. Delores Ball "
"Roland rest in peace. Not many come round like you, I am thankful you did - you were a gem. My dad worked with you at the police department, he had great respect for you. Kay Anderson"
"I worked at the City of Ames in the City Clerk's office back in the early 60's. Part of my job was to be the relief switch board operator, which just happened to be right next to the police department. In doing my job I came into contact with Roland. He would tease me and give me a bad time. I of course being a nineteen year no it all would give it right back. I think that is why we got along. I have many found memories of those times. I'm sorry to hear that he passed away and want to tell his family he was a good man and a good officer. I will always cherish the short time I knew their husband and father. "
"Peggy, Tim& family - May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. You're in our thoughts and prayers. "
"I am so sorry to read about Roland. I always enjoyed our lunches. I loved his Germany stories. Love and prayers for you."
"Roland?s family. I am so sorry to hear about your dad and husband. He was such a jovial man. I truly enjoyed listening to him at our lunches. My love and prayers are with you."
"I grew up in Ames and there were 2 officers that I remember, Police Chief Hand and Office Dippold. Always a kind man. Officer Dippold you are never forgotten!!"
"Roland ,while working for the Ames P.D. was always was always willing to to assist the Huxley P.D. with investigation of forgery cases. RIP, Roland, ,former Police Chief of Huxley, Nels Nord "