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...

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...

Aug 16, 2025

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

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...

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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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....

Aug 13, 2025

Judy Waters, 74, passed away at her home surrounded by family on August 13, 2025, in Des Moines, IA.

Judy Waters was born on January 8, 1951 in Des Moines, IA, to William March and Nellie March. She worked for many years at Crest Group Home before staying home to take care of her grandchildren.

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Aug 12, 2025

Jason Cooper, age 54, passed away on August 12, 2025. Jason was born May 11, 1971 in Newton, IA to Edwin Cooper and Marlene Omodt.

Aug 12, 2025

Zay Williams of West Des Moines, Iowa passed away on Aug 12, 2025. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Aug 11, 2025

Jeffery Patterson, 64, passed away on August 11, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa

Jeffery was born in Winterset, Ia to Gene and Ruby Patterson. He graduated from Winterset High school, and the moved to California for some time. He was an avid Jeopardy fan, and loved to gamble on the boat. He loved collecting rocks, stones, and...

Aug 11, 2025

Dennis Alan Eblen "Pops", was one of kind, and will be deeply missed. Born Jan 29th, 1953 and passed away peacefully at home on Aug 11th, 2025 at the age of 72. He was preceded in death by his father Donald, brother Dallas, and sister in law Emily.

Dennis was known for his quick wit, sharp one...

Aug 10, 2025

Beverley Ann Santora (94) of Des Moines, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 10, 2025. Born August 24, 1930, in Des Moines. Beverley was the beloved daughter of Ralph and Mabel Perdue.

She spent her life in her hometown, where she created a warm, welcoming home for family and friends. A devoted wife...

Aug 9, 2025

David Pate, age 69, passed away on August 9, 2025.

David was born in San Antonio, TX to James Pate and Shirley Sullivan. He graduated from Lawton High School.

David retired from Outlaw Truck Parts after spending his life in the parts industry. He worked for Hampton Auto Supply, Siegs, Mason City Auto Supply and...

Aug 9, 2025

Susan was born on December 12, 1949, to Mary Eileen (Yashack) Lesan and Charles Joseph Lesan, joining her twin sister, Sharon Lee and big brother Steven Charles. Born in Creston, IA, Susan grew up in rural Ringgold County, baptized and reared in the First Christian Church in Mount Ayr, IA. Susan graduated from Mount Ayr High School, selected her...

Aug 9, 2025

Joshua Reimer of Des Moines, Iowa passed away on Aug 9, 2025. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Aug 8, 2025

Denise Ann Thacker, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away

Friday, August 8, 2025, at the age of 69. She was surrounded by her loving family at

Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.

Born October 1, 1955, in Des Moines, Iowa to Edith "Jane" (Bowman) and Charles

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Aug 8, 2025

Sheila Dukes of manilla, Iowa passed away on Aug 8, 2025. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Aug 5, 2025

Michael Lane, 77, passed away on August 5, 2025, in Des Moines, IA.

Michael Lane was born on May 27, 1948 in Atlantic, IA, to Don Lane and Audrey Carpenter. He graduated in 1967 from Saydel Eagles High School and went into the Air Force in 1967 and got out in 1973. He worked for 3E as...

Aug 4, 2025

Paul Charles Olson was born on 11/25/1944, in Cherokee Iowa to Ray and Veva Olson. He died on 8/4/2025 in West Des Moines, Iowa with his family by his side. He attended school in Cherokee Iowa, graduating in 1964. In 1967, he fell in love and married Claudia (Voigt) Olson, and they were married for 58 years. Together they...

Aug 3, 2025

Todd Allan Witte, 66, passed away August 3, 2025. He was born May 24, 1959 in Des Moines, IA, the son of W.R. "Bert" and Patricia (Parks) Witte. Todd attended Urbandale High School and after high school started a career in trim carpentry building houses with his dad. He also worked at Windsor Windows for over 20 years.