Obituaries

Richard Allen Forkner

Richard Allen Forkner

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....

William Eugene Wright

William Eugene Wright

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

David Mcelvogue

David Mcelvogue

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...

Carline Brown

Carline Brown

Jan 2, 2025

Carline Sue Brown, age 71, passed away at her home of heart failure on January 2, 2025.

Carline was born June 11, 1953 in Des Moines, Iowa to Judith (McNeeley) Weigel. She was married to Daniel Brown Sr in June 1971 and they divorced in 1990. She never remarried.

She has 4 half siblings, Jimmy,...

Robert Irving Tabor

Robert Irving Tabor

Jan 1, 2025

Robert Irving Tabor, 33, of Altoona, Iowa, and originally from Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly on January 1, 2025.

Robert was known for his charismatic personality, sharp wit, and infectious sense of humor. He had a gift for making people laugh and bringing light to any room he entered. His outgoing nature and genuine kindness left...

Robert Daniels

Robert Daniels

Dec 30, 2024

Robert (Bob) Michael Daniels, age 65, passed away in his home on December 30, 2024. A visitation to remember Bob's life and spirit will take place on January 10, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Simplify Cremations and Funerals, 4821 SW 9th Street in Des Moines.

Bob was born to Laurette Ramsey and Gerald Daniels on...

Dale Mcclain

Dale Mcclain

Dec 27, 2024

Dale McClain a son, father, brother, uncle and friend to many. Born November 10th, 1976 died peacefully at home on December 27th, 2024. Dale was a good man, he'd help anyone he could. He really cared about his friends and family, he'd ask how you are, listen and look at your eyes when talking to you. He was always...

Jeffrey Snowgren

Jeffrey Snowgren

Dec 26, 2024

Jeffrey Daniel Snowgren passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024. A visitation will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Friday, January 3, 2024 at Simplify Cremation and Funerals Chapel, 4821 SW 9th Street in Des Moines. A celebration of life gathering will be held from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 5, 2024 at The Range Restaurant...

John Carl Rock

John Carl Rock

Dec 25, 2024

John C Rock, 46, of Ottumwa Ia passed away December 25, 2024. As John's wishes cremation has taken place. A private celebration of life in honor of John will take place.

John was born February 2nd, 1978, in Rockford Illinois. John attend Cardinal and Pekin High School. John worked for JBS and Walmart Warehouse.

While...