May 2, 2024

May 2, 2024

Mark Alan McMurry passed away on May 2nd 2024 at the Taylor House with his family by his side.

Mark was born on May 15th 1950 in Des Moines IA to Marvin and Athalene (Heck) McMurry. He was a devoted member of the Elks Lodge 98 for many years. Mark enjoyed spending time with family and friends,...

May 1, 2024

Jason Allen Marvin 44, beloved son and big brother to Ryan Adam Marvin, passed away quietly in his sleep May 1st, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer.

Jason was born March 23, 1980 in Des Moines, IA at Iowa Methodist Hospital. He loved all things music and frequently could be heard singing along with many of...

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Apr 27, 2024

Cheryl Mlaska, a cherished daughter, loving wife, and avid traveler, passed away on April 27, 2024, at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on June 20, 1959, in Omaha, Nebraska, Cheryl was the beloved daughter of William Mlaska and Beverly Cullen.

In 2007, Cheryl entered into a union of love with Mark Strick, and their bond...

Apr 25, 2024

Pauline Grace Ceron, beloved wife, devoted mother, and treasured friend, passed away on April 25, 2024, at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on February 20, 1966, in Simi Valley, California, Pauline brought joy and warmth to all who knew her.

The daughter of Larry Maxwell Barrett and Patricia Brandenburg, Pauline's upbringing was marked by...

Apr 24, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Roberta L Trenary on April 24, 2024 in Des Moines,Iowa. Roberta L Trenary was born on October 17, 1963 in Des Moines, Iowa. She was an awesome wife, and a caring sister. A wonderful mother to her incredible children and enjoyed playing Pokemon GO, spoiling her dogs Reese,...

Apr 23, 2024

Randall "Randy" Jay Swanson, 67, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and resident of the West Des Moines community, passed away peacefully on April 23rd, after bravely battling ALS.  He was surrounded by love in the comfort of his home.

Born on September 28, 1956, in Marshalltown Iowa, Randy was the youngest child of Lewis and Janice (Norder)...

Apr 23, 2024

Apr 22, 2024

Bettye Louise Adams, 92, passed away on April 22, 2024. Private family services will be held at a later date.  Internment will be at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery in Des Moines.

Bettye was born on August 1, 1931 in Des Moines, Iowa and lovingly adopted by John and Mabel Sheets.  She graduated from East High School. Bettye...

Apr 21, 2024

Apr 20, 2024

Miner Elwood Brown passed away peacefully at home on April 20, 2024. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Woody was born to Clifford and Sadie Brown on January 13, 1944 in Des Moines, Iowa.  Woody enjoyed playing the guitar in church, fishing, working on cars, remodeling his home, and spending time with...

Apr 18, 2024

Sara Ellen Collier (Cookie) passed away peacefully at Mercy One in Des Moines IA on April 18th 2024, at age 79. She was passionate about kids and spent her time working as an associate at Brody Middle School before retiring. Sara enjoyed cooking and baking, this often included picking rhubarb from her back yard to make delicious treats to...

Apr 18, 2024

Apr 18, 2024

Michele Bolton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, passed away on April 18, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa, at the age of 50. Born on June 23, 1973, in Des Moines and grew up in Adel.

Michele lived a life filled with love, service, and kindness.

On March 17, 2024, Michele married Gary Stubblefield, with whom...

Apr 18, 2024

Henry "George" Rehbein son of Henry and Laura Eichner Rehbein born June 30, 1926, on the family farm in Waukee Iowa, passed away April 18, 2024.

George was the 5th of 8 children. George served in the Navy during WWII. After returning from service George farmed the family farm for many years.

He married Marilyn...

Apr 14, 2024

Apr 14, 2024

Diana Holmes, 76, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away peacefully at her daughters home surrounded by loved ones. She was born to Bernice (Yaw) Haus & Lee M. McClish on October 28,1947.

Diana grew up in the Des Moines & Saydel area until she went to St. Joseph Academy in Omaha, NE, where she went on to...

Apr 13, 2024

Kenneth Eugene Weipert passed away peacefully April 13, 2024 in Des Moines, Iowa. A funeral

service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 3, 2024 at Simplify Cremations and Funerals

Chapel, 4821 SW 9th Street in Des Moines. A visitation will start at 10:00 a.m. and burial at

Iowa Veterans Cemetery will...