Dec 27, 2023

Kathy Lynn Beveridge "Sassy Kathy", born on November 8, 1967, peacefully departed from this world on December 27, 2023, at her home in Des Moines, IA. She was 56 years old. Kathy's life was marked by a deep connection to her family, a passion for her work, and a love for the simple joys that brought her happiness.

Dec 27, 2023

Dec 26, 2023

Ruby Geneva Courtney, 75, of Des Moines, IA passed away peacefully on December 26th, 2023 at Taylor House Hospice.

Ruby, daughter of Beldon and Etta Wilson, was born at Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines on November 27, 1948.

She was a CNA for 38 years. She enjoyed Bingo and spending time with her family.

Dec 25, 2023

Joyce loved watching nature feeding squirrels and birds and watching deer in the back yard. Her biggest accomplishment is making the window drapes at the Iowa State Capitol downtown and her 2 children and 6 grandchildren and her dog KC. She enjoyed watching TV like game shows, soap operas, tv classic like The Real McCoys and Hazel. She loved...

Dec 23, 2023

Dennis Norman Bambrough passed away on December 23, 2023, at his home in Pleasant Hill, IA, he was 77 years old. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 30, 2023 at Pennie Carroll & Associates at 3232 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA.

Dennis was born on December 6, 1946 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to Joseph...

Dec 22, 2023

Dec 21, 2023

John Maurice Schneider, 58, passed away December 21, 2023 at home surrounded by family. A Celebration of Life will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January 20, 2024 at West Des Moines Open Bible Church, 1100 Ashworth Road.

John was born March 5, 1965 the son of Marvin and Charlene Schneider. John graduated from Valley...

Dec 21, 2023

Kevin loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was a very hard worker and would help anyone with anything. He loved football, and his favorite team was the Vikings. He loved Lisa with all his heart.

Dec 20, 2023

Lisa loved spending time with her grandchildren and family. She loved to cook and be a caretaker. She made sure everyone was okay. Lisa enjoyed listening to music and singing.

Dec 19, 2023

Larry Dwight Mick, 77, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2023. Born on April 24, 1946, Larry served in the Army as a medic. He is survived by his daughters, Kelly Mick (Karson, Karter, Kenzley) Kimberly Pickett (Natalie, Hannah, Emily) Shannon Wallace ( Sophia, Noah, Katie, Silas) Larry was preceded in death by his father,...

Dec 19, 2023

Dec 18, 2023

Dec 18, 2023

Dec 18, 2023

Roy A. Root, 74, of Des Moines, IA, passed away Monday, December 18, 2023 at the Taylor House in Des Moines. Per Roy's wishes cremation rites have taken place.

Roy was born on September 27, 1949 in Chariton, IA to Harold and Nada Root. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1968. Roy was a painter by...

Dec 16, 2023

Charles "Gary" Van Gundy, 83, of Ankeny, IA, passed away, Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA, surrounded by his family. Cremation rites have been accorded and a private family graveside service will take place at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Des Moines.

Gary was born to Warden and Velma (McGowan) Van...

Dec 14, 2023

Dec 12, 2023

Jamie enjoyed spending time with his friends and grandkids, motorcycles, sitting by the bonfire and Carol on most days.

Dec 11, 2023

Juanita enjoyed quilting, baking, spending time her granddaughters and great grandchildren and spending time with her sweetheart, Jerry.

Dec 8, 2023

Raymond Dominic Ceretti passed away on December 8, 2023. A celebration of life will held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, September 19, 2024 at Simplify Cremations and Funerals, 4821 SW 9th Street in Des Moines.

Ray was born June 27, 1950 the son of Raymond A. and Mary (Nizzi) Ceretti. Ray's work career started when he...

Dec 8, 2023

Diana Marie Payne (Locke), 62, died on December 8, 2023 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. She was the wife of David John Payne and they shared 21 years of marriage together.

Diana was born in Marshalltown, the daughter of Carlton "Bud" Locke, Jr. and Hazel Marie Proffitt.  She was a cashier at the Time...