Obituaries
Norman Brackney
Dec 21, 2025
Norman Dale Brackney, 66, of Waukee, Iowa, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on November 11, 1959, in Des Moines, Norman was the cherished son of Montie and Cathryn Brackney.A dedicated truck driver for Van Meter, Norman navigated the highways with the same passion and precision that he brought to all aspects of his...
Don VanWechel
Dec 20, 2025
Don VanWechel, 77, passed away on December 20, 2025, in Windsor Heights, IA.
Mary Crutcher
Dec 20, 2025
Mary Lee Crutcher, age 79, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at her residence in Des Moines, Iowa.
Mary Lee was born on November 16, 1946, in Iowa to Roy and Ruby McCarl. She attended East High School and spent most of her life in Des Moines, though she lived for a time in Moline, Illinois, before returning home....
Jacob Whiteman
Dec 20, 2025
Jacob Harris Whiteman, age 73, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on May 16, 1952, in Frostburg, Maryland, Jacob was a loving son to James and Viola Whiteman and a cherished father to his daughters, Amber Mason and Korie Whiteman.Jacob dedicated his life to his family and his work as a telephone repairman, where...
Frank Akins
Dec 16, 2025
Frank Akins, 63, passed away on December 16, 2025. He was born on February 3, 1962 in Des Moines, IA, to Floyd and Margaret Akins.
Ronnie Fuller
Dec 16, 2025
Ronnie J. Fuller, age 79, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away suddenly on December 16, 2025, at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines.
Ronnie was born on August 22, 1946, in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Leo Frank and Leona Rosalie Ann (Fatino) Fuller. He graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1964. Following graduation, he enlisted in the...
Linda Paine
Dec 16, 2025
Linda Darline Paine tap danced and ballet twirled her way gracefully and peacefully out of this life on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 11:11 a.m. She was surrounded by love at home-exactly where she longed to be until her true home was ready for her, prepared by her lifelong love, Jimmy Paine, who left in July to pave the way...
Cassandra Boles
Dec 15, 2025
Cassandra Catherine Boles passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025 in Des Moines surrounded by loved ones. She was born February 20, 1963 to James and Sandra (Gardner) Cavanaugh in San Antonio, Texas. She grew up in Texas with her siblings, Stephanie, Andrea, Holly, Gabby, Andrew and Karyn. Cassandra lived many lives in her 62 years and leaves behind a...
Donald Nelson
Dec 15, 2025
Donald Harold Nelson
DES MOINES - Donald Harold Nelson. January 11, 1943 - December 15, 2025
Donald Harold Nelson passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, surrounded by love. A graduate of East High School, Don retired from Firestone and was the proud owner of the Electric Washboard. He had a lifelong passion for motorcycles-flat track racing, enduros, and long...
Daniel Stoeffler
Dec 14, 2025
Daniel Stoeffler, 65, passed away on December 14, 2025, in Nevada, IA.
Daniel Stoeffler was born on December 28, 1959 in Nevada, IA, to Ray and Donna Stoeffler.
Charles Johnson
Dec 12, 2025
Charles Johnson, 86, passed away on December 12, 2025.
Charles Johnson was born on February 2, 1939 in Johnston, IA, to James Johnson and Irene Johnson.
Janet Gargala
Dec 10, 2025
Janet Rose Gargala, 61, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on July 1, 1964, to Alvin and Edna in Des Moines.
Janet is survived by her children, Nick Frye and Sean and wife, Heather Pfeiffer; her grandchildren, Neveah Pfeiffer and Kana Pfeiffer; and her siblings, Jeannie Joiner, Susan Kyle, and Gus Schories. She was...
Joyce Lincoln
Dec 8, 2025
Joyce Lincoln, 83, passed away on December 8, 2025.
Joyce Lincoln was born on June 25, 1942 in Grinnell, IA, to John Moyer and Mildred Moyer.
Barbara Balster
Dec 8, 2025
Barbara "Barb" Balster passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born November 11, 1960 in Des Moines to Paul and Elizabeth Anthony.
Barb is survived by the love of her life, her devoted husband, David Balster. Their bond was one of unwavering companionship, joy, and mutual care. She was a huge Barnstormers Fan.
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Scott Cornelius
Dec 5, 2025
Scott Cornelius, 55, passed away on December 5, 2025, in Pleasant Hill, IA.
Richard Brosofski
Dec 5, 2025
Richard Blake Brosofski, loving father, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on December 5, 2025, in the arms of his mother after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 38 years old.
Above all else, Richard was an extraordinary father. His daughter, Josephine Brosofski, was the center of his world and the greatest joy of his life....
Charles Tyler
Dec 4, 2025
Charles "Chuck" Eugene Tyler, passed away on December 4, 2025, at his home. Born on November 27, 1945, in Des Moines, Iowa, Chuck was the beloved son of Everett and Doris Tyler.Chuck's memory will forever be cherished by his life partner, Deb Johnson, and his loving children, John Tyler and Michelle (Gary) White. He will also be deeply missed by...
Linda Jean Salazar
Dec 2, 2025
Linda Salazar, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Dec 2nd, 2025 at the age of 71. Born in Des Moines, IA on Dec 1st 1954, Linda lived a life filled with compassion, resilience, and joy.
She dedicated her life to her family and friends, and her kindness touched everyone she met. Linda was known for loving, caring...
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