Jan 14, 2025

With a heavy heart, I am saddened to announce the passing of our dear friend Hui Chen. Hui was a dedicated and resilient individual, a hardworking breadwinner who came to the U.S. to build a better future for her family in her hometown of China. As a single mother, she worked tirelessly, balancing two jobs and pursuing her dreams,...

Jan 12, 2025

Joyce Nina (Francis) Reed, 95, of Des Moines passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025 at Parkridge Specialty Care Center in Pleasant Hill. She was born July 25, 1929 in Iowa City, IA. Her parents were Michael Antony Giblin and Dorothy Pearl Francis. She graduated from Bondurant High School in 1948, married Willard Wayne Reed of Hartford, IA on...

Jan 12, 2025

Jan 12, 2025

Jan 12, 2025

Ronald "Reynolds" Lee Kraus, age 77, of Maple River, IA, passed away at home peacefully, after a long battle of Alzheimer's, surrounded by loved ones.

Ronald was born October 15, 1947, to Paul and Marion (Skalla) Kraus. He was the second of 8 brats, if you know the family. He was raised on the farm, by Lidderdale,...

Jan 10, 2025

Jerry Dennis Roberts passed away peacefully at home on January 10, 2025 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. February 22, 2025 at First Church of God, 4201 E Douglas Avenue in Des Moines.

Jerry was born July 12, 1940 the son of Glen and Gretchen Roberts...

Jan 9, 2025

Jan 9, 2025

Benjamin John Havener, 47, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 9, 2025. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Ben was born on July 7, 1977 in Des Moines, Iowa and was raised in West Des Moines. Ben had what he liked to call a "leave it to beaver" childhood. His neighborhood...

Jan 9, 2025

Jan 9, 2025

Shelia May Mickens-Howard, 78, of Des Moines, IA, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center surrounded by her family. Per her wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.simplifyiowa.com

Jan 8, 2025

Nancy Andreas Thompson Pinnick, 92, passed away on January 8, 2025, just one day after the 49th anniversary of her husband's passing. She was surrounded by love and will be missed more than words can express.

Mom had the biggest heart, always caring for everyone and giving selflessly, even when she had little to give. She made...

Jan 8, 2025

Jan 7, 2025

Jan 6, 2025

Carlos Anthony Perry, age 41, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025. Born in Perry, IA, to Joni Halferty, Carlos was a free spirit who had an undeniable love for motorcycles and big trucks. He often joked that he would ride a motorcycle in the snow if he could, a reflection of his adventurous and...

Jan 5, 2025

Franz William Van De Boe 78, passed away peacefully of natural causes, surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday January 5th, 2025. Preceded in death by his parents Iona (Welch) and Israel, and brothers Jerry, Richard, James and Berry; he is survived by his three adult children, William, Gia and Jon (Meredith), grandchildren Abigail, Jordan and Alexa, sister Maryanna...

Jan 5, 2025

Richard "Rick" Allen Forkner, 70, of Des Moines, IA, passed away peacefully with his wife Lori and family by his side on January 5, 2025. At this time he has been cremated and will be buried at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel, IA, at a later date. If you know Rick, he didn't like the cold weather at all....

Jan 5, 2025

Jan 4, 2025

William E. Wright, 82, of Des Moines, IA, passed away, Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Regency Care Center in Norwalk, IA. In accordance with Williams' wishes, cremation has taken place. A more detailed obituary will follow. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.simplifyiowa.com

Jan 4, 2025

Jan 2, 2025

David Franklin McElvogue, 73, passed away peacefully at home on January 2, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa. A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Commerce Community Church, 4007 High Road in West Des Moines.

David was born April 19, 1951 the son of James and Mabel McElvogue. He graduated...