Obituaries

Michael  Hofer

Michael Hofer

Jun 18, 2025

Our cherished husband, father, and Papa is free- welcomed into his eternal home filled with love, joy, and peace.

Michael Hofer, age 64, of Indianola, Iowa died on June 18, 2025.

We celebrate his unwavering love for his family and his devoted commitment to his professional career.

Mike was born in Aurora, Colorado...

Kenneth Cochrane

Kenneth Cochrane

Jun 17, 2025

Kenneth Cochrane age 86 of Des Moines died on June 17, 2025.

He was born on February 24, 1939 to George and Cora in Des Moines, IA. Kenneth worked as a Carpenter for Union Local 106 for over 40 years. He loved being out in nature and tinkering in the garage. Kenneth loved his family, and will...

Jeffrey Petty

Jeffrey Petty

Jun 17, 2025

Jeffrey Scott Petty died unexpectedly at his home on June 17, 2025. Jeff was born October 15, 1958 in Des Moines, Iowa to Alva Leroy and Mary Margaret Petty. He attended Longfellow Elementary School, Amos Hiatt Junior High School and graduated in 1977 from East High School. Jeff enjoyed sports especially the game of tennis and had a number...

Douglas Matthew Pruitt

Douglas Matthew Pruitt

Jun 16, 2025

Douglas Matthew Pruitt, 46, was born in Hayward California on Monday December 18th 1978 to Bill and Diana Pruitt. Doug left this world on Monday June 16, 2025.

Doug married Brooke Longstaff on June 18, 2005. Less than a year after their marriage, Doug was diagnosed with a high stage cancer. This sparked his interest in health...

Thomas Gomez

Thomas Gomez

Jun 15, 2025

Thomas Gomez age 82 of Des Moines died on June 15, 2025.

He was born on May 14, 1943. He worked in maintenance for many years for different companies. Thomas loved riding his bike everywhere, and loved his family.

Thomas is survived by his children, Barbara Gomez, Maria (David Romero) Gomez, Thomas Gomez, Jr., Jesse...

Randy Thomas

Randy Thomas

Jun 11, 2025

It is with the most heavy of hearts we announce the passing of Randy Joe Thomas on June 11th, 2025. Born on September 27th, 1964 in Des Moines, Iowa. Randy was a father to his only child, Presley Thomas (Tyler Miller), and loved his only grandchild River Ray Miller with his entire soul. He was the youngest son to...

Thomas Boelling

Thomas Boelling

Jun 9, 2025

Thomas Charles Boelling, 69, passed away June 9, 2025.

He was born Friday, February 10, 1956 in Des Moines, Iowa to his parents, Ernest and Helen Boelling; and his other siblings, Robert Boelling, James Boelling and Melinda (Boelling) Martin.

Tom attended Jonathan Cattell Elementary School, Warren Harding Junior High School, and Des Moines Technical High...

Rodger Dean Weikum

Rodger Dean Weikum

Jun 7, 2025

Rodger Dean Weikum passed away on June 7, 2025. Rodger lived in Des Moines, IA. He grew up on the south side and graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1976. He joined the Army and served through the early 80s. Rodger worked several years at Fair-Play Scoreboards and retired in 2019. He enjoyed fishing and riding his motorcycle....

John Alan Schuster

John Alan Schuster

Jun 4, 2025

John Alan "Shuey" Schuster passed away peacefully with his family in his presence on June 4th, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa. He was born on October, 4th 1977 in Prescott, Arizona.

John attended Sacred Heart School and Prescott High School where he loved playing football. He had a work injury just a few weeks out of high...

Barry Everett Bell

Barry Everett Bell

Jun 4, 2025

Barry Everett Bell was born in Kellogg, Iowa on March 28, 1936, the son of James and Ruth (Clark) Bell. He was raised in Des Moines and attended East High School where he met the love of his life.

On June 21, 1957, Barry was united in marriage with Marilyn Shaw at Union Park Christian Church. Their...