Obituaries
Kenneth Lee Walker
Oct 30, 2025
Kenneth Walker, age 59, passed away on October 30, 2025. Kenneth was born in Chicago, IL to Sammie Walker and Jessie Young.
Albert Garcia Plascencia
Oct 30, 2025
Albert G. Plascencia went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 30th, 2025. He was born in Mexicali Baja California Mexico December 14th, 1969. He was the 10th of 11 siblings and after graduating from Brawley High School he worked at the convenience store providing for his family. He loved listening to music, watching movies and collecting anything...
Larry David Cyrus
Oct 30, 2025
Larry Cyrus, 75, passed away on October 30, 2025 and was born born on July 10, 1950.
Maria Rosa De Souza
Oct 28, 2025
Maria De Souza, 82, passed away on October 28, 2025, in Waukee, IA.
Antonia Corio Smid
Oct 28, 2025
Antonia Corio Smid, 35, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on October 28, 2025. Born on July 31, 1990, in Des Moines, Antonia was the beloved daughter of Ken Smid and Angela Corio; and a cherished sister to Ian Smid and his wife, Stephanie; she loved her "in-town grandparents," George and Linda Durban; and her long-time partner, Frank...
Roderick Evans
Oct 27, 2025
Roderick (Rod) Lynn Evans 55 of Des Moines, Iowa passed away October 27, 2025, at UnityPoint Des Moines Hospital. He was born on February 12th, 1970, to Donald Evans and Susan (Moore) Lewiston at Mercy Hospital Des Moines, IA.
Rod graduated from Norwalk High School, Class of 1988. Following graduation, he continued his education at Wartburg College...
Meri Beth Ringgenberg
Oct 27, 2025
Meri Beth Ringgenberg of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully the evening before her 60th birthday.
She lived with humor, courage, and an easy warmth that made people feel seen.
Born on October 28, 1965, in Des Moines, to Lester L. "Shorty" and Bernedene E. "Pete" Ringgenberg (McCoun). Meri Beth was known for her quick...
Jackie Harland Lewis
Oct 26, 2025
Jackie Harland Lewis, age 74, passed away on October 26, 2025.
Jackie was born on July 6, 1951, to Jerry and Juliana Lewis. After high school, he proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps beginning July 1, 1970. After his service, he spent his career as a tire builder, a trade he took great...
Judy Dixon
Oct 26, 2025
Judy K. Dixon, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, October 26,2025
Judy's greatest joy came from her family. She loved watching her grandchildren grow - cheering them on at ballgames, school events, and milestones of all kinds. The highlight of each year was the annual trek to...
Jacob Michael Gesualdo
Oct 25, 2025
Jacob Gesualdo, 39, passed away on October 25, 2025, in Fort Madison, IA.
Jacob Gesualdo was born on March 9, 1986 in Iowa City, IA, to Robert Gesualdo and Lorrinda Doty.
Mathew Michael Peterson
Oct 23, 2025
Mathew Michael Peterson, age 56, passed away on October 23, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa, where he lived most of his life. He was born on July 27, 1969, in Des Moines, the son of Michael J Peterson and Deborah K (Debbie) Christensen.
Growing up, he loved playing baseball, soccer, tennis, basketball and golf with his grandfather...
Barbara Jean Freeborn
Oct 23, 2025
Barbara Jean Freeborn, 63, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025. Barbara was a caring and loving woman whose kindness touched everyone she met. She worked for many years at Yellow Cab, where she was known for her dependable spirit and friendly smile. In her free time, Barbara enjoyed playing games, crocheting, watching her favorite...
Kenneth Maurice Elhard
Oct 21, 2025
Kenneth "Kenny" Maurice Elhard, born June 18, 1970, passed away peacefully at his home in Ankeny, Iowa, on October 21, 2025, from complications of renal failure. He was the deeply loved son of Lynne Geneva Elhard (née Davis) and the late Dennis William Elhard, formerly of Grinnell, Iowa.
Kenny was a gentle soul with a kind heart...
Jasen William Burton
Oct 20, 2025
Jasen William Burton, 42, of Des Moines was welcomed into the arms of his Savior on October 20, 2025.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Creekside Church in Urbandale. A Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 10, 2025, also at Creekside Church...
Deborah Kay Cox
Oct 19, 2025
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Deborah Cox, 69, passed away on October 19, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Deborah Cox was born on May 10, 1956 in Dubuque, IA She started her career as a Nurse and worked at Calvin Community and Broadlawns Medical Center.
Deborah is survived by 3 children, Kelley Burkhead, Sarah Cox, David Burkhead....
Patrick Charles Downs
Oct 19, 2025
Patrick Charles Downs passed away on October 19, 2025. He was born on December 20, 1954, to Charles and Patsy Downs.
Patrick proudly entered the United States Air Force on August 10, 1973, where he served as a Medical Service Specialist. Following his military service, he pursued a career in medical field education at the VA, where...
Elizabeth Rebielak
Oct 18, 2025
Elizabeth Rebielak, 74, passed away on October 18, 2025, in Waukee, IA.
Elizabeth Rebielak was born on March 22, 1951 in Poland to Jerzy Gienier and Olga Dziurman.
Bruce Henry Hicks
Oct 17, 2025
Bruce Hicks, 68, passed away on October 17, 2025, in Des Moines, IA. He was born on December 28, 1956 in Perry, IA, to Howard Hicks and Gladys Jorgensen. Bruce graduated from Perry High School.
Bruce loved going fishing, and spent as much time as he could doing so, especially after he retired. He enjoyed watching college...
Clifford Gale Salmon
Oct 16, 2025
Clifford Gale Salmon, known to many as Gale, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on June 7, 1939, in Coffey, Missouri, Gale lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a deep commitment to those around him.
Gale began his working life on his family's farm and took on various odd...
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