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...

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,...

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...

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...

Dec 28, 2024

Dec 28, 2024