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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...

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...

Aug 12, 2024

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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...

Aug 7, 2024

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...

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...

Aug 2, 2024

Aug 2, 2024

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

Aug 2, 2024

Aug 1, 2024

Cynthia "Cyndi" W. Rice-Shepherd, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, at Decatur County Hospital in Leon, Iowa. She was 68 years old. Born on April 6, 1956, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Virgil and Ruth (née Porter) Rice, Cyndi grew up in Norwoodville where she attended Norwoodville Elementary and Saydel High...

Jul 31, 2024

Jul 29, 2024

George Henry Wilkening peacefully passed away on July 29, 2024 at Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA.  He was a long time Newton resident for 50 years, where he and his wife Sharon established careers, created extensive ties to the community, nurtured their faith in God, founded countless friendships and raised their children.  Over the last several years,...

Jul 29, 2024

Jul 29, 2024

Jul 29, 2024

Edna loved to cook! She obtained a degree in Culinary Arts and worked as a chef in multiple companies over the years. In her retirement years she kept cooking and because she couldn't eat it all herself, she often fed family and friends her delicious meals and desserts.

Edna was known for her strong will, unwavering determination,...