Obituaries

Linda Margarita Chivers

Linda Margarita Chivers

Feb 29, 2024

In loving memory of Linda Margarita Beltrame Chivers, 71, who died peacefully, comforted by her family on February 29, 2024.

Linda was born at Des Moines General Hospital on July 15, 1952 to Mildred (Godwin) and Arthur Beltrame. She graduated from Saint Joseph Academy in 1970.

After graduation, she worked for the U.S. Postal Service....

Ronald Robert White

Ronald Robert White

Feb 28, 2024

Ronald "Ron" White passed away on 02/28/2024 in Des Moines.

Ron and his wife Jeane enjoyed life on Table Rock Lake. They moved back to Iowa to be closer to family. Ron had such a great love for animals that he talked Jeane into raising goats for the last 20 years.

Ron drove for Target...

Christopher  Navale Newman

Christopher Navale Newman

Feb 26, 2024

A gathering of remembrance will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m. at Simplify Cremations and Funerals (4821 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315).

Christopher Newman, was born on July 31, 1998, unexpectedly passed away February 26, 2024. Christopher lived a life that was marked by his vibrant personality and numerous...

Earl Gilliam

Earl Gilliam

Feb 26, 2024

Earl enjoyed working on cars, going to swap meets and car shows, shopping at Walmart, listening to 90s country music. He loved watching his favorites on Nascar, Jimmy Johnson, Kevin Harvick and Dale Jarrett.  He loved spending time with his grandkids and the dogs.

Earl Thompson

Earl Thompson

Feb 26, 2024

Earl Thompson, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2024, at his home in Des Moines, Iowa, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on July 12, 1926, in Iowa, the son of Fred L. Thompson and Leatha Knapp.

Earl was a devoted husband to Opal Strong, with whom he shared...

Richard Eugene Prettyman

Richard Eugene Prettyman

Feb 25, 2024

On the Afternoon of February 25, 2024, Richard "Rick" Eugene Prettyman passed away Peacefully in the presence of family. After a hard fight with Cancer at Broadlawns Medical Center, IA. Richard was 76 years old.

Richard was Born Guthrie Center, IA on May 28, 1947 to Opal and Howard Prettyman. He spent most of his years around...

Lyndal Lee Ruby

Lyndal Lee Ruby

Feb 23, 2024

Lyndal (Lynny) Lee Ruby passed away unexpectedly on February 23, 2024 at the age of 23 in Des Moines. He was born in Des Moines to Mark and Tammy Ruby on February 24, 2000. His celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.

Lynny has been installing flooring since he was 16 years old with...

Donald Anthony Ingersoll

Donald Anthony Ingersoll

Feb 23, 2024

On February 23rd, 2024 we lost someone who meant everything to all of us. D.J. was born on November 11th, 1974 to what he would call his "super woman" as he grew up. Him and his mother, Pattie had many adventures together and always had each others side. At 11 years old he was blessed with a sister who...

Betty  Aller

Betty Aller

Feb 22, 2024

Betty Jean Aller, 88, of Des Moines, IA, peacefully passed away on February 22, 2024,

in the comfort of her home.

Betty's wonderful life began on July 2, 1935, in the loving care of her parents, Frank and

Louiza Cross. She shared her youth with two older siblings, Frank and Josephine, both

...

Robert  Boudinot

Robert Boudinot

Feb 22, 2024

Robert Boudinot, of Des Moines, passed away peacefully at the age of 70 on February 22, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on August 11, 1953, to Kenneth and Patricia Boudinot, Robert brought joy and warmth to all who knew him.

As a child, Robert was known for his adventurous spirit and...

Sandy Olechnovics

Sandy Olechnovics

Feb 19, 2024

Sandy Olechnovics passed away on February 19, 2024 at UnityPoint Iowa Methodist Medical Center surrounded by his loved ones.

Sandy was born in Bad Aibling, Germany to Irene and Alex Olechnovics on September 13, 1950. The family settled on Des Moines' south side where Sandy enjoyed playing softball and making lifelong friends. Sandy graduated from Lincoln High...

James Lockhart Bush

James Lockhart Bush

Feb 18, 2024

James L Bush died on February 18, 2024, age 81.

Jim was born in Minneapolis and went through grade school there. In 1954 the family moved to Iowa City. There Jim attended junior high, high school and the State University of Iowa (now University of Iowa.) After earning his B.A. in social science education Jim packed his...

Lori Jo Neal

Lori Jo Neal

Feb 16, 2024

Lori Neal, 68, of West Des Moines, passed away at the EveryStep Kavanaugh House after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Lori was born on March 5, 1955 to Arvard and Wilma (Thomsen) Neal in Kearney, Nebraska. She attended high school in Kearney before receiving her bachelor's degree from the University of Nebraska - Kearney. Lori worked as...

Russell  Robert Twelmeyer

Russell Robert Twelmeyer

Feb 16, 2024

Russell Robert Twelmeyer, 83 passed away February 16, 2024 at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, IA.

Russ was born August 10, 1940 in Honolulu, HI to Eric Twelmeyer and Virginia (Victorino) Brown.  He played semi-professional baseball in Hawaii and served in the US Air Force from 1960-1964. He moved to Iowa in 1964 where he met...

Steven Mott

Steven Mott

Feb 12, 2024

Steve enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding his motorcycle.