Obituaries

Richard Allen Sells

Richard Allen Sells

Sep 4, 2025

Richard Allen "Dick" Sells, 81, of Nevada, Iowa, passed away at home on September 4,2025. He was born on September 21, 1943, in Ottumwa, Iowa, to Betty (Easton) and Azel Sells. After his father's death in 1948, his mother married William "Bill" Etheridge, whom Dick always considered his dad.

Dick graduated from Ottumwa High School in 1962...

Pollyanna Lee Shoemaker

Pollyanna Lee Shoemaker

Sep 4, 2025

Pollyanna Lee Shoemaker (1951-2025) Pollyanna Lee Shoemaker, 73, passed away at her home in Des Moines on September 4, 2025. Polly was born on November 8, 1951, in Ottumwa, to Jack and Evelyn Bosker. She was a proud graduate of Ottumwa Senior High School, class of 1969, and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in teaching from the...

Shari Ann Donnan

Shari Ann Donnan

Aug 31, 2025

Shari Donnan, age 60, passed away on August 31, 2025. Shari was born in Lincoln, NE to Richard Pribyl and Shirley Weber.

Harlo Dean Reinier

Harlo Dean Reinier

Aug 30, 2025

Harlo Reinier, age 79, passed away on August 30, 2025. Harlo was born in Des Moines, IA to James Reinier and Mildred Reinier. Harlo was married to Juanita Reinier of Des Moines, Iowa for 53 years. Harlo enjoyed, fishing, collecting Hot Wheels, WWE, and loved all animals, even the strays. His most cherished time were spent with his family....

Carroll Reins

Carroll Reins

Aug 30, 2025

Carroll Reins,77, of Carlisle, Iowa passed away August 30, 2025. He was born October 9, 1947 to Ora and Selma Reins.

Carroll married Julie Proctor on May 28, 1983. On October 9, 1984 Carroll received the best birthday present, his daughter, Lora. Anyone that knew Carroll knows he was an avid Hawkeye fan and that he never...

Ronald Milton Ives

Ronald Milton Ives

Aug 29, 2025

Ronald Ives, 60, passed away on August 29, 2025, in Des Moines, IA.

Robert James Howard

Robert James Howard

Aug 29, 2025

Robert J. "Jay" Howard

The world lost one of its most insightful, generous, and intelligent souls when Robert J. "Jay" Howard, 44, passed away on August 29, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa.

Jay was born on January 3, 1981, in Des Moines to Robbi Howard and Collette Howard. He graduated from Lincoln High School in...

Kristina Lea Snook

Kristina Lea Snook

Aug 28, 2025

Kristina Lea Snook 42, passed away on August 28,2025 at a residence in Clive, Iowa.

Kristina was born November 18,1982 in Newton,Iowa.She is the daughter of Robert (Bob) and Angela (Angie) Snook of Newton,Iowa.

She is survived by her parents Bob and Angie Snook. Her brothers Robert (Robbie) Snook, Tony Annee, and Rodney (Stephanie) Annee....

Gail Renee Lofte

Gail Renee Lofte

Aug 27, 2025

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Gail Lofte, 70, passed away on August 27, 2025, in Iowa City, IA.

Extended Obituary Pending.

Margaret Ruth Arends

Margaret Ruth Arends

Aug 25, 2025

Margaret Arends, age 76, passed away on August 25, 2025.

Rothie R Zackhras

Rothie R Zackhras

Aug 25, 2025

Rothie Zackhras, age 77, passed away on August 25, 2025.

Vickie Lynn Salasberry

Vickie Lynn Salasberry

Aug 24, 2025

Vickie Lynn Salasberry, 72, a beloved mother, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, in her hometown of Des Moines, Iowa. Born on January 18, 1953, Vickie was the cherished daughter of Kenneth Pollock and Betty Northway. She dedicated her life to caring for her family, always finding joy in cooking for them and creating warm,...

Terry Lee Wilson

Terry Lee Wilson

Aug 22, 2025

Terry Wilson, 69, passed away peacefully at home on August 22, 2025, in Des Moines, IA. A Celebration of Life will be held 12:00 to 4:00 pm Sunday, August 31, 2025 at the Big Creek Cadet Shelter.

Terry Wilson was born on December 13, 1955 in Waterloo, IA, to George Wilson and Erma Wadley. He served in...

Maryjo Ferguson

Maryjo Ferguson

Aug 20, 2025

MaryJo Ferguson, 82, passed away on August 20, 2025.

Shirley Ann Woodson

Shirley Ann Woodson

Aug 19, 2025

Shirley Woodson, 75, passed away on August 19, 2025, in Des Moines, IA after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

Shirley was born on January 21, 1950, to Geraldine and Arnold Howard. She was the second of three children and grew up surrounded by close and extended family. A true "daddy's girl," she shared an especially...

Devon Bradley King

Devon Bradley King

Aug 18, 2025

Devon Bradley King forever 29. Loving father of 2 wonderful boys. A son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend to many who knew him. Devon loved the outdoors, 4 wheeling, mushroom hunting, fishing, and just about anything else as long as he was outside. Devon was very creative when it came to woodworking, metals or anything that could be...

Goldie Mcvey

Goldie Mcvey

Aug 16, 2025

Goldie McVey, 96, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Des Moines, IA.

Pamela Colleen Reed

Pamela Colleen Reed

Aug 15, 2025

Pamela Colleen Harrison Reed passed away August 15, 2025. She was born July 3, 1954 in Oskaloosa, Iowa to Bill and Colleen Harrison.

Pam dedicated her life to serving others, working as a devoted and hardworking food server. She was highly regarded by all who knew her. She found joy in the outdoors, tending to her beautiful...

Lynnette Suzanne Smith

Lynnette Suzanne Smith

Aug 13, 2025

Lynnette Suzanne Smith, 68, of Burlington, died Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at her home.

Born February 9, 1957, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Bernard and Betty Mary Kirkpatrick Smith. She graduated from Burlington High School and attended SCC.

Lynette retired from Champion Spark Plug after working there for about 20 years.

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Jessica Lee Hill

Jessica Lee Hill

Aug 13, 2025

Jessica Lee Hill (Jessie) went to heaven on August 13, 2025 at the age of 43.

Jessie was born May 9, 1982 to Charles and Linda Hill. She leaves behind a daughter, Kylee L. Hill and granddaughter, Scarlett R. Hill. Her mother, Linda L. Stevens-Hill and her brother, Adam R. Hill. Two nephews, Gage and Colin Hill....