Obituaries
Elmer Earl Ragan
Sep 20, 2026
Earl Ragan, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and the strongest of his family, passed away on September 20, 2026 at the age of 79.
Born on October 8,1946 in Vienna, Missouri, he lived a life that left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him.
Our dad, grandfather/great-grandfather, was strong. He was tough. He always gave the best advice to...
John William West
Sep 19, 2026
John William West, 84, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026.
John was born in Des Moines on November 27, 1941, to William Michael and Margaret Elizabeth (Hussey) West. He grew up in Des Moines and spent many years working as a welder, taking pride in his work and the skills he developed throughout his career.
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Darryl Devon Thomas
Sep 17, 2026
Darryl Devon Thomas, age 48, of Ankeny, Iowa, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026. He was born on October 27, 1977, in Chicago, Illinois, to Arron Davis and Velma Lavelle Thomas.
Darryl spent many years working in the construction industry. He was a hardworking man who took pride in providing for those he loved. Above all, Darryl cherished his...
John William Hammontree
Sep 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of John "Johnny" Hammontree
John "Johnny" Hammontree, age 78, peacefully took his last breath late in the evening of September 16, 2026, in Ames, Iowa.
Born August 26, 1948, in Cameron, Missouri, Johnny grew up surrounded by family, music, and small-town life. His love for music began early, inspired by his father and brothers. While still in...
Richard Raymond Channon Jr
Sep 15, 2026
Richard Raymond Channon Jr., age 72, of Pleasant Hill, Iowa, passed away on September 15, 2026. Raymond was born on November 16, 1953, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Richard Raymond Channon Sr. and Marilyn Belle Channon.He was preceded in death by his parents.
Danny Ray Neubauer
Sep 15, 2026
Danny Ray Neubauer, 69, of West Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on September 15, 2026. He was born on November 7, 1956, in Mason City, Iowa. Danny attended Iowa State University, where he completed some college coursework.
Danny was self-employed throughout much of his working life, spending an impressive 53 years working for himself. His many years of self-employment reflected...
Allen Ridley
Sep 14, 2026
Allen Richard (Dick) Ridley, 82, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on September 14, 2026, at Parkridge Specialty Care in Pleasant Hill, Iowa.
Born on July 25, 1944, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Alfred and Virginia Ridley (Zook). A lifelong resident of Des Moines, he went on to live a quiet life rooted in his home community.
Dick was preceded...
Gail Lynn Lomas
Sep 14, 2026
Gail Lynn Lomas, age 63, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away at her home on September 14, 2026.
Gail was born on March 29, 1963, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Kenneth and Patricia (Dawson) Howe. She graduated from East High School and went on to proudly serve her country in the United States Navy for eight years.
Following her military...
Patricia Ann Petersen
Sep 13, 2026
Patricia Ann Petersen, 56, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away at her home on September 13, 2026. Tricia was born on February 23, 1970, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She was a 1988 graduate of Prairie High School and earned an associate degree from Kirkwood Community College.
On May 13, 1995, Tricia married Ron Petersen. Together, they shared more than 31...
Sandra M Fister
Sep 13, 2026
Sandra "Sandy" M. Fister, 61, of West Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on September 13th, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines. She was born on December 13th, 1964, in Des Moines and earned an associate degree.
Sandy spent many years caring for others through her work in home health care. She worked in the field for approximately 30 years,...
Colleen Ann Clark
Sep 13, 2026
Colleen Clark passed away on September 13, 2026, at the Regency in Norwalk, Iowa. She was 87 years old.
Colleen was born on August 23, 1939 in Des Moines, Iowa to Roy and Mary Shinn. She attended St. Theresa High School and graduated in 1957. She first married Dr. John P. Clark on March 23, 1960. Their one and only...
Raymond Lee Roe
Sep 11, 2026
Raymond Lee Roe, 80, of Ankeny, Iowa, passed away on September 11, 2026, at his home.
Raymond was born on January 22, 1946, in Leon, Iowa, to Charles Melvin Roe and Evelyn Wilson Roe. He graduated from East High School and went on to spend many years working as a maintenance mechanic. Throughout his career, Raymond worked for Armstrong/Pirelli/Titan Tire,...
Beverly Jean Schoondyke
Sep 9, 2026
Beverly Jean Schoondyke, 84, of Norwalk, Iowa, passed away on September 9, 2026. She was born on May 27, 1942, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Jesse Palmer and Ruby Thompson.
Beverly was married to Norman Lee Schoondyke, who preceded her in death. She worked for 25 years as a baker at Perkins Restaurant before retiring.
Beverly enjoyed going to the...
Karen K Silliman
Sep 8, 2026
Karen K. Silliman (Meyer) passed away peacefully in Indianola, Iowa, on September 8, 2026, surrounded by her children.
Karen was born on January 11, 1942, in Van Meter, Iowa, to Dorothy (Shambaugh) and Alvin P. Meyer. She spent her early years in Van Meter on the farm before her family moved to Winterset, where she attended Winterset High School. Karen...
Karen Ann Brewer
Sep 8, 2026
Karen (Johnston) Brewer, 68, of Altoona, Iowa, passed away on September 8, 2026.
Karen was born on August 22, 1958, in Mason City, Iowa, to William Diehl and Delores (Loomis) Johnston. Following the death of her biological father when Karen was an infant, she was raised by her mother and Robert "Bob" Johnston, whom she knew as her father.
Karen...
Travis Murray Foley
Sep 7, 2026
Travis M. Foley age 73 passed away suddenly at his home Saturday September 7, 2026.
Travis was born In Des Moines, IA to Dan and Charlotte (Dickman) Foley. Travis graduated from Carlisle High In 1971 and served In the United States Army. He enjoyed photography and loved to tell stories. Preceded In death are His parents Daniel and Charlotte Foley...
Jerry Lee Mickens
Sep 7, 2026
Jerry Lee Mickens, born May 4, 1964, in Des Moines, Iowa, was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. He was the son of the late Shelia May Mickens and Robert Lee Mickens. Jerry had a creative, loving spirit and a personality that made him unforgettable. Music brought him joy, and he was an excellent dancer who could express...
Inga Scott
Sep 5, 2026
Inga Scott, 59, passed away on September 5, 2026, in Iowa City, IA.
Inga Scott was born on October 1, 1966 in Des Moines, IA.
Phillip David Tavegia
Sep 5, 2026
It is with enduring love and a profound sense of peace that we celebrate the life of Phillip David Tavegia, 52, of Des Moines, Iowa. After facing a long and courageous health battle, Phillip found his rest on September 5, 2026, transitioning peacefully while surrounded by the boundless love of his wife, parents, and son, Alex.
Guided by honor and...
Jerry Frank LaRue Jr
Sep 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jerry Frank LaRue Jr (Bubba)
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of (Bubba) Jerry Frank LaRue JR, of Des Moines, Iowa, who passed away on September 5, 2026, at the age of 44. He was preceded in death by his mother Glendine "Miller" LaRue, his brother Jeremy LaRue, his sister Heather...
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