Obituaries

Vincent Michael Sinclair

Vincent Michael Sinclair

Mar 9, 2026

Vincent M. "Bo" Sinclair, 58, passed away on March 9, 2026, in Altoona, IA.

Bo was born on October 22, 1967 in Des Moines, IA, the son of Bernard J and Karen (Rodgers) Sinclair.Bo is survived by his sister, Fran (Mark) Timmons and brother, Joe (Juliette Houseman) Sinclair; nieces, Amanda Timmons, Bridgette (Josh) Raleigh, Krista (John) Burgin, Alisha Evans, Bailey...

Harold Evans Todd

Harold Evans Todd

Mar 9, 2026

Harold Evans Todd was born on May 16, 1950, at Weldon Clinic in Des Moines, Iowa, to Pauline (Taylor‑Powell) and N.S. Todd. As a child, he developed a deep love for collecting antiques and had a lifelong fascination with muscle cars. His passions stayed with him throughout his life. Though he did not complete high school, Harold later earned his...

Donna Mae Walther

Donna Mae Walther

Mar 7, 2026

Donna Walther, 88, passed away on March 7, 2026, in Des Moines, IA.

Donna Walther was born on March 2, 1938 in Des Moines, IA, to William and Ramona Wardrip.Donna enjoyed reading and traveling. She was proud to show off her spoons from all 50 states. She was a 50+ year member of the Order of Eastern Star and was...

Jesse Daniel Davis

Jesse Daniel Davis

Mar 7, 2026

Jesse Daniel Davis, age 39, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on March 7, 2026.

Jesse was born on July 19, 1986, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Mark Davis and Nancy Swanson. He grew up in the Williamsburg, Iowa area. At the age of 17, Jesse joined the Iowa National Guard, and soon after enlisted in the United States Army....

Janet Minnehan

Janet Minnehan

Mar 6, 2026

Janet Minnehan, 93, passed away on March 6, 2026, in [location_of_death_city_state].

Janet Minnehan was born on April 17, 1932 in Tucson, AZ, to William and Florence Stone.

Thomsa Eleanor Haas

Thomsa Eleanor Haas

Mar 6, 2026

Thomsa "Tommy" E. Haas (nee Stewart)

Tommy Haas died peacefully in her sleep on March 6, 2026, at the age of 91. A long-time resident of Grinnell, she helped found the Grinnell Community Daycare Center and taught there for many years before becoming one of Grinnell-Newburg Community School District's most beloved elementary school teachers. She was also an active parishioner...

Marvin Charles Schneider

Marvin Charles Schneider

Mar 5, 2026

Marvin Charles Schneider passed away on March 5th, 2026, at the age of 79. Marvin was born on September 9th, 1946, in Iowa Falls to Charles and Elizabeth (Haywood) Schneider, and was a resident of West Des Moines, Iowa.Marvin grew up and spent most of his life living in West Des Moines, Iowa. He worked for Meredith and R.R. Donnelly...

Victoria Ann Walker

Victoria Ann Walker

Mar 5, 2026

Victoria Ann Walker, age 45, of Des Moines, passed away on March 5, 2026.

Victoria was born on February 24, 1981, in Des Moines to Jack and Lola (Newman) Martindale. She grew up in Des Moines and spent her entire life in the community she loved.

On December 19, 2001, she was united in marriage to Wayne Walker. Together they...

Nancy Belle Dowell

Nancy Belle Dowell

Mar 4, 2026

Nancy Belle Dowell, age 90, of Indianola, Iowa, passed away peacefully at her home on March 4, 2026.

Nancy was born on February 12, 1936, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Carlton B. and Marydell (Warren) Shaw. She grew up in Iowa and developed a deep appreciation for home and rural life that stayed with her throughout her years.

On January...

Barbara Jean Pettit

Barbara Jean Pettit

Mar 4, 2026

Barbara Jean Pettit, 84, of Jefferson, Iowa, passed away on March 4, 2026.

Barbara was born on November 27, 1941, in Ottumwa, Iowa, to C.E. and Leona Cubbage. She grew up in Iowa and carried with her the strong values of faith and family that would guide her throughout her life.

On May 28, 1960, she was united in marriage...

David William Mixdorf

David William Mixdorf

Mar 3, 2026

Our hearts are saddened to announce the passing of David (Dave) Mixdorf, born on December 28, 1954. He passed away March 3 at the Methodist Hospital in Des Moines from injuries sustained by a bad fall. He was surrounded by his wife Rhonda Mixdorf, his son Joel, daughter-in-law Stephanie, their 2 beautiful children Will and Annabelle, and Rhonda's daughter, Regina.

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Ronald Lee Claude

Ronald Lee Claude

Mar 2, 2026

Ronald Claude, 78, passed away on March 2, 2026, in [location_of_death_city_state].

Ronald Claude was born on March 9, 1947 in Clarion, IA.

Lila Jean Cross

Lila Jean Cross

Mar 2, 2026

Lila Jean Cross, 65, of Des Moines, passed away at Unity Point Methodist Medical Center on Monday, March 2, 2026.

Lila was born to the late David and Norma Jean Paxson on January 13, 1961 at Ringgold County Hospital in Mount Ayr, Iowa. She graduated from Tech High School in Des Moines, Iowa. Lila married Gary Cross February 21, 1981...

Laura Mae Heemstra

Laura Mae Heemstra

Mar 2, 2026

Laura M. Heemstra, 93, passed away comfortably in her home March 2, 2026. She and Elvis Presley share the same birthday. Laura was born in Des Moines, Iowa on January 8, 1933 to Lawrence and Maggie Robertson. Later at age 5 Laura was adopted by Jess Loyd and Alice Bradbury.

Laura graduated from Des Moines Technical High School with the...

Karen Louise Stubbs

Karen Louise Stubbs

Mar 1, 2026

Karen Stubbs, 83, passed away on March 1, 2026, in Des Moines, IA.

Karen Stubbs was born on April 8, 1942 in Des Moines, IA.A celebration of life will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Kingdom Life Family Ministries International Fellowship Hall, 321 Euclid Avenue in Des Moines.

Kent Joseph Card

Kent Joseph Card

Mar 1, 2026

Kent Card, 53, passed away on March 1, 2026, in Bondurant, IA.

Kent Card was born on March 20, 1972 in Waterloo, IA.

Margaret Ann Woodhead

Margaret Ann Woodhead

Mar 1, 2026

Margaret Ann Woodhead, 79, of Ankeny, Iowa, passed away on March 1, 2026.

Margaret was born on April 27, 1946, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Edward and Edith Murray. She was raised in Iowa and attended high school at St. Joseph's Academy.

Throughout her working years, Margaret built a diverse and meaningful career in nursing, and retail. She worked...

William Ernest Hopkins

William Ernest Hopkins

Feb 28, 2026

William Ernest Hopkins, age 74, of Colfax, Iowa, passed away on February 28, 2026. He was born on March 11, 1951, in Newton, Iowa, to William Albert and Mary Jean (Guizzetti) Hopkins.

On June 30, 1971, William was united in marriage to the love of his life, Ruth Ann Martin. Together they built a life centered on hard work, family,...

Okal Keith Searcy

Okal Keith Searcy

Feb 27, 2026

Okal Keith "J.R." Searcy III, 57, of Iowa (formerly of Southern California), passed away February 27, 2026.Born November 27, 1968, J.R. - known to family and friends for his quick smile, easy laugh and no-nonsense wisdom - spent most of his life in Southern California before moving to Iowa about 10 years ago with his significant other Cathy Fiddler.A devoted...

Tereza Drane

Tereza Drane

Feb 27, 2026

Tereza "Tracey" Leonora Gavin, age 79, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on February 27, 2026.

Tracey was born on January 8, 1947. She was a caring and compassionate woman who devoted most of her working life to serving others as a Registered Nurse. Her dedication, gentle nature, and genuine concern for those in her care left a lasting impact...