Obituaries

Kenneth  Reed

Kenneth Reed

Aug 26, 2024

Kenneth James Reed, 86, passed away August 26, 2024 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.  A private interment will be held at Iowa Veterans Cemetery.

Kenneth was born August 11, 1938 the son of James and Doris Reed in St. Louis, Missouri. He served in the United States Air Force. He love to bowl, fish, golf...

Cynthia Jean Thompson

Cynthia Jean Thompson

Aug 20, 2024

Cynthia Jean Thompson, 69, passed away August 20, 2024 at Methodist Medical Center.

Cynthia was born April 17, 1955 in Ottumwa, Iowa the daughter of Harry and Yvonne Smith. She loved spending time with her children and grandkids. Cynthia was a flight attendant, her dream job, and she loved it until she retired. She enjoyed travelling and...

Paul Douglas Hamilton

Paul Douglas Hamilton

Aug 20, 2024

Paul Hamilton, 58, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, passion for life and unwavering love for others.

Paul was born on October 2, 1965 in Illinois. He grew up in/ around Moline and graduated from Moline HS in 1984. Paul served his country with honor as a member...

Jennifer "Jen" Ann Dooley

Jennifer "Jen" Ann Dooley

Aug 14, 2024

Jennifer Ann "Jen" Dooley, aged 34, of Ames, Iowa, passed away on August 14, 2024. A celebration will be held 11:00 am September 6, 2024 at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Ames.

Born in Ames on July 5, 1990, she was a lifelong resident and a beacon of kindness and generosity in her community.

Jen graduated...

Frank J Young

Frank J Young

Aug 14, 2024

Frank J Young, 69, passed away at home on August 14, 2024. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Frank was born September 24, 1954 in Des Moines, Iowa the son of James and Evelyn Young. He graduated from Urbandale High School. Frank served in the Army. He married Janet on September 6, 1980. Frank was a volunteer fire...

David Wayne Davis

David Wayne Davis

Aug 8, 2024

David Wayne Davis, 67, passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2024 at MercyOne Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, August 19, 2024 at Simplify Cremations and Funerals Chapel, 4821 SW 9th Street in Des Moines with a visitation beginning at Noon. Burial will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery.

David was born December...

Randall Perkins

Randall Perkins

Aug 6, 2024

Randall (Randy) Gene Perkins Sr., son of Robert and Barbara Richt, was born on April 23rd, 1960 in Clarinda, Iowa.

Randy dedicated over 30 years of his life as a hardworking tile setter. He was very proud of his work and enjoyed sharing his passion through teaching others the skill. When he wasn't working, he spent a...

Anikia D Coleman

Anikia D Coleman

Aug 3, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Anikia Coleman. Anikia was a vibrant individual who brought happiness, love, and laughter into the lives of all those around her. Her presence was a beacon of warmth in our community, and her absence will be deeply felt. She peacefully passed away on August 3rd, 2024, at the...

Daniel Clark

Daniel Clark

Aug 2, 2024

Daniel Clark, of Des Moines, passed away on August 2, 2024. He was 59 years old.