Obituaries

Mary Michelle Owens

Mary Michelle Owens

Mar 9, 2025

Mary Michelle (Anderson) Owens of Des Moines, 62, passed away March 9 th 2025, peacefully after a long battle of dementia.

Mary has lived in Des Moines most of her life, as well in, Norwalk for 10 years. She married the father of her 2 children, Brett Owens in 1983. In 1985 they had their first daughter...

Roxanne Barlow

Roxanne Barlow

Mar 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roxanne Barlow, who left this world on March 7, 2025, at the age of 62. A native and resident of Des Moines, Roxanne was a beautiful soul whose generosity and kindness knew no bounds. She cared for thousands of animals in her 10 years working at the ARL....

Carol Riccio

Carol Riccio

Mar 6, 2025

Carol Ann Riccio, 78, passed away peacefully at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines on March 6, 2025 with her beloved family by her side.

Carol is survived by husband Stephen Riccio; daughter, Traci Rice; grandchildren, Matt Rice and Mellisa Mason; Great Grandchildren, Alexi, Andrew, Dominic, Camren, Michael, Callen, Deagen and Carmela; brothers, Steve and John Teers;...

Wesley Peckham, Sr.

Wesley Peckham, Sr.

Mar 5, 2025

Wesley Ellsworth Peckham Sr. of Des Moines, IA passed away on March 5th, 2025.

He was a dedicated ready-mix and dump truck driver for the last 52 years. Wes enjoyed hunting and fishing, taking care of his family, spending time with friends and telling a story to whoever would listen.

He is survived by his...

John D Martin

John D Martin

Mar 4, 2025

John D. Martin, 66, Norwalk, IA, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 4th, 2025.  He was surrounded by his loving wife, children  and grandchildren.

John was born July 19, 1958 in Macomb, IL to Earl and Mary Garrettson Martin.  John was raised in Norwood and Bartonville, IL before moving to Bushnell, IL to live...

Phillip Alan Hruska

Phillip Alan Hruska

Mar 4, 2025

Phillip Alan Hruska, age 69, of Ankeny, IA passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025 after an extended illness.

Phillip was born on September 7, 1955, the son of Delph Rudolph and Edith Nancy May (Foster) Hruska in Fort Dodge, Iowa. He grew up in the Ft Dodge area and after graduating high school, he entered into...

Mellisa Marie Burns

Mellisa Marie Burns

Mar 4, 2025

Mellisa Marie (Mills) Burns, 44, passed away on March 4th 2025, in Johnston, Iowa. She was born on September 19th 1980, in West Branch, Michigan.

Mellisa was a dedicated and hardworking individual who built a career as a general manager of a Racetrac gas station in Naples, Florida. Her strong work ethic and leadership were evident in...

Raymond L Mallory

Raymond L Mallory

Mar 3, 2025

Raymond L. Mallory, age 87, of Des Moines, IA passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025 at his home with his family by his side.

Raymond was born on September 24, 1937, the son of Leonard and Mildred (Thompson) Mallory. Raymond attended and graduated from the Des Moines area and began his career in metal recycling at...

Jane  Ellen Smith

Jane Ellen Smith

Mar 2, 2025

Jane Ellen Smith, 70, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025. She was born on February 4, 1955, in Des Moines to Jayell and Geraldine (née Davis) Bos and grew up in Altoona, Iowa.

Jane married the love of her life, Donald Smith, and together they built a life filled with laughter, adventure,...