Obituaries
Jerry Lee Best
Feb 19, 2026
Our beloved father, Jerry Lee Best, age 64, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on February 19th, 2026, in the comfort and love of his family.
He was born September 1, 1961 in Oklahoma. He spent a lifetime as a proud employee of Iowa EPS Products, growing the business and his skills within the industry. Despite being in sales, he...
Cynthia Rae Keese
Feb 18, 2026
Cynthia Rae Keese, lovingly known as Cindy, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, in Ankeny, Iowa, at the age of 68. Born on May 14, 1957, in Belmond, Iowa, Cindy was the cherished daughter of Kay and Ronald Karsjens.Cindy's life was a testament to her deep faith and love for others. Her greatest joy was sharing her faith in...
Marlin G Deets Jr
Feb 17, 2026
Marlin, 64, passed away on February 17, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines,
Iowa.
He was born on March 23, 1961, in Mason City, Iowa, to Susan and Marlin Deets Sr. He
graduated from Saydel High School in 1979. During his first marriage, he welcomed
three sons, and later, during his second and final marriage, he welcomed another son.
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Ricky Harold Clark
Feb 15, 2026
Ricky Harold Clark, age 74, of Prole, passed away on February 15, 2026.Ricky was born on March 4, 1951 in Maquoketa, Iowa to James and Camillia (Moore) Clark, and graduated from Maquoketa High School. He loved cars and spent 15 years working as an Automotive Restorer. He also enjoyed Gardening and Carpentry, and had an affection for dogs. Most of...
Christina Marie Logsdon
Feb 14, 2026
Christina Logsdon, age 63, of Des Moines, passed away on February 14, 2026.
Christina was born on August 31, 1962, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Automba John "A.J." and Betty (Oldes) Tully. She was raised in Des Moines and remained deeply connected to the community she called home throughout her life.
On December 5, 1983, she was united in marriage...
Suzanne Lee Sandegren
Feb 13, 2026
Suzanne Lee Sandegren, age 84, of Des Moines, passed away on February 13, 2026.She was born on August 2, 1941, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Carl and Thelma (Guthrie) Cornwell. Suzanne graduated from Saydel High School, and then spent many years working as a Hospital Patient Accounts Administrator at both Des Moines General Hospital and Grandview Hospital in Dayton, Ohio....
Jody Ray Morris
Feb 10, 2026
Jody Morris, age 56, passed away Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, at his home in Melcher Dallas
Jody was born September 19th 1969, in Des Moines, Iowa to Harry and Carla (Hopper) Morris. He enjoyed going to the casino and mushroom hunting. Jody was always on the look out for a good deal. He was very handy and could fix anything.
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Andrew Forrest Bash
Feb 10, 2026
Andy was a challenger of life. If he wanted something done he found a way to do it, he made friends, added to his family throughout his life. He played baseball at Grandview Little League until he was 16. He volunteered and coached at that same Little League doing the I.T, and joined the board to encourage the love of...
William Gibson
Feb 10, 2026
William Elmer Gibson, age 50, of Des Moines, passed away on February 10, 2026.
Michael Neil Piatt
Feb 9, 2026
Michael Neil Piatt, age 50, of Adel, Iowa, passed away on February 9, 2026.
Michael was born on August 29, 1975, in Champaign, Illinois, to Darwin and Valerie (Conley) Piatt. Growing up in an Air Force family, Michael experienced life in many different places, moving often and gaining a wide appreciation for people and communities across the country. He graduated...
John Muir Perkins
Feb 9, 2026
John Perkins, 76, passed away on February 9, 2026, in [location_of_death_city_state].
John Perkins was born on June 14, 1949 in Fort Dodge, IA, to John and Georgina Perkins.
Ronald E Snook
Feb 8, 2026
Ronald Eugene Snook, age 71, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on February 8, 2026, in Des Moines, where he had made his home for more than 40 years.
Ronald was born on May 18, 1954, in Ottumwa, Iowa to Charles Lee and Zenith Ruth (Parks) Snook. He grew up in Eldon and spent many memorable evenings throughout his life...
Janet Renee Colvert
Feb 6, 2026
Janet Colvert, 63, passed away on February 6, 2026, in Des Moines, IA.
Janet Colvert was born on June 10, 1962 in Des Moines, IA, to Richard and Marilyn Channon.
John Wilson
Feb 6, 2026
L. John Wilson, 74, Passed away February 6th 2026, in the comforts of his home. He was born March 14th, 1951, in Marshalltown, the son of Leonard (Pete) and Donna Wilson.
Surviving is his wife of 18 years, Lisa (Floyd) Wilson, his sons John (Megan) Wilson and Chris (Melinda) Wilson, his Step daughters Jenny Stone, Kelly (Paul) Leydens, his siblings...
Alberta Alexander
Feb 6, 2026
Alberta Louise Alexander, age 62, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on February 6, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born on March 11, 1963, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Dale and Betty (Hanson) Yeager. Alberta spent much of her youth growing up in Texas, where she attended high school and met Billy Alexander. Together they welcomed two...
Ora Ross Marshall
Feb 6, 2026
Ora Marshall, 70, passed away on February 6, 2026, in Altoona, IA.
Ora Marshall was born on March 11, 1955 in New York, NY, to Willie and Caridad Ross. Ora enjoyed singing and worshiping God, loving and caring for her grandchildren, rescuing animals and having a good time.
Robert Bennett
Feb 5, 2026
Bob Bennett, 69, died at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center on Thursday, February 5, 2026. A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at the Community Center in Carlisle, Iowa.
Robert Bennett was born on January 4, 1957 to Kenneth Russell Bennett and Ruth Luella (nee: Brown) Bennett in Seattle, Washington.
Bob Bennett was a one-of-a-kind...
Thomas Reis
Feb 5, 2026
Thomas "Tom" Jon Reis, age 57, of Urbandale, Iowa, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 5, 2026. He passed peacefully at his home, surrounded by family. Funeral Services: Will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines, with visitation at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Mike...
Cari Joanne Kreamer
Feb 4, 2026
On February 4, 2026, Joanne Kreamer passed from this life to the next. Kindly take a moment of respect to pray for her and her family.
Cari "Joanne" Kreamer was born July 1, 1949, to James and Willette "Billie" Kreger at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, IA. She was the second of their five children and was known for her...
Duane Edward Sanders
Feb 4, 2026
Duane Edward Sanders, age 89, of McCallsburg, Iowa, passed away peacefully at his home on February 4, 2026.
Duane was born on February 17, 1936, in Mallard, Iowa, to Glenn and Verdell (Schwint) Sanders. He was raised in a large and close-knit family of 13 siblings, an upbringing that shaped his lifelong appreciation for family, hard work, and togetherness.
He...
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