Robert William Baker

Nov 16, 2025

Robert 'Bob' William Baker, 73, passed away early Sunday morning, November 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer at UnityPoint Health in Des Moines, Iowa.

Bob was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan on May 8, 1952, to Arthur W. Baker and Pelma 'Pat' (Sliter) Baker. In 1970, he graduated from Coloma High School in Coloma, Michigan....

Cedric William Robinson

Nov 14, 2025

Cedric Robinson, 84, passed away on November 14, 2025, in Altoona, IA.

Steven Boatman

Nov 13, 2025

Steven Boatman, 81, passed away on November 13, 2025 and was born on October 20, 1944.

Sharon Diane Fletcher

Nov 13, 2025

Sharon Fletcher, 82, passed away on November 13, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Sharon Fletcher was born on June 26, 1943 to Estella Kunzie and George Kunzie.

Sharon was strong, loving, and kind. Her family and friends were very important to her. Sharon had a sense for fashion, and enjoyed her peaceful moments at home....

Illa Little Harvey

Nov 13, 2025

Illa Harvey, 81, passed away on November 13, 2025. She enjoyed golfing, watching sports, cooking, gardening and her dogs.

Calista Jenea Pierce

Nov 12, 2025

Calista Janea Pierce, 26, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on November 12, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born with a bright spirit and a heart full of generosity, Calista touched every life she encountered.

Calista exemplified the meaning of unconditional love when it came to family and friends. Her greatest...

Samuel Monay Allen

Nov 11, 2025

Samuel Allen, 49, passed away on November 11, 2025. A full obituary is pending.

Dennis Scott Long

Nov 11, 2025

Dennis Scott Long

December 23, 1955 - November 11, 2025

Dennis Scott Long passed away peacefully at his home on November 11, 2025, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born on December 23, 1955, in Colorado to Owis and Glenda (Gash) Long.

Dennis lived a full life marked by humor,...

Jason Adam Norman

Nov 10, 2025

Jason Norman, 47, passed away on November 10, 2025.

Jason Norman was born on July 18, 1978. He loved fishing, hunting, rock collecting, camping and everything outdoors.

Jason is survived by his parents, his wife, Jesse, daughter, Oaklynn and his brothers, Christopher and Steven.

Memorial contributions may be given to the family.

John Alan Maranville

Nov 9, 2025

John Maranville, 53, passed away on November 9, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa.

Mary Lee Bandfield

Nov 8, 2025

Mary Lee Bandfield, age 78, of Knoxville, Iowa, formerly of Des Moines, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025.

Marylee was born on January 15, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa, the daughter of Paul and Frances (Abrams) Fincher. She was raised in the Des Moines and Albia areas and carried with her a deep love for...

Julia Lee Ramirez

Nov 8, 2025

Julia Ramirez, 68, passed away on November 8, 2025, in Des Moines, IA.

Julia Ramirez was born on October 31, 1957 in Granite City, IL, to Tracy and Murle Padgett.

Terry Lee Hildreth

Nov 7, 2025

Terry Lee Hildreth passed away Friday November 7th, 2025. Terry was born August 12th, 1953 in Des Moines, IA to Kate Israel(Johnson) and Paul Hildreth.Terry owned T&H Siding and spent many years doing siding, windows, decks and pretty much anything under the sun. Terry enjoyed many sports, but he was always a dedicated Minnesota Vikings fan. He was also...

Cecile Therese Martin

Nov 6, 2025

Cecile Martin, 94, passed away on November 6, 2025, in Ankeny, IA.

Cecile Martin was born on December 31, 1930 in Chicago, IL, to Vincent and Celeste Mertes.

Judith Ann Rice

Nov 6, 2025

Judith (Roe) Rice passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Kavanagh House in Des Moines, after a brief battle with cancer.

Judi was born on November 11, 1944 in Des Moines, Iowa to Melvin and Evelyn Roe. Judi graduated from East High School in 1963 and lived most of her life in the Ankeny area. She...

Elijah William Torres

Nov 5, 2025

Elijah William Torres, aka Jah, 23, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on November 5, 2025, in his downtown Des Moines home. He was born on June 25, 2002, in Des Moines, where he spent his life surrounded by the family and friends he loved so deeply.

Elijah was a talented and dedicated barber at Universal Barbershop,...

Rick Russell Schneider

Nov 5, 2025

Rick Russell Schneider passed away on 11/5/25 at Unity Point Hospital in Des Moines, IA after suffering a massive stroke on 11/2/25.

Rick was born May 18, 1966 in Decorah, IA to Russ and Kay Schneider, a young couple who had recently graduated from Luther College. After Russ and Kay made their home in NW Iowa, Rick...

Barry Joseph Mcelhaney

Nov 3, 2025

Barry McElhaney, age 63, passed away on November 3, 2025. Barry was born in Franklin, PA to Robert and Virginia McElhaney.

James Michael Raymond

Nov 3, 2025

James Michael Raymond, age 64, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, at Greater Southside Health and Rehab in Des Moines.

James was born on November 30, 1960, the son of James Joe and Maria Catherina (Romeo) Raymond. He was raised in central Iowa and graduated from Ames High School. He worked for...

Kathi Jean Sherwood

Nov 3, 2025

Kathi Sherwood, 81, passed away on November 3, 2025, in Adel, IA.

Kathi Sherwood was born on May 3, 1944 to Lyle Edwards and Lydia Edwards.

Kathi married Paul Sherwood and the couple had 3 children, Heather Peters, Michelle Rezek, Stephani Sherwood.

Kathi enjoyed plants and flowers, sewing and shopping.

Kathi...