Aug 6, 2023

Joseph Smith Jr born April 24 1959 passed August 07, 2023. Born in Saginaw MI. Went to B.V High school preceded in death his Mom Helen Anderson and Father Joseph Smith Sr. His sister Margaret Atkins Lorraine Smith  Sarah Smith and brother Sam Jaws.  Left in Cherish his sister Louise(Earl) Randolph. His brother Henry Clemons and Silas Smith.

Aug 4, 2023

Leroy "Red" Harris Jr. passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023 in Newton, Iowa.

He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on August 9, 1946 to the union of Leroy Harris and Beckie Lou (Robinson) Harris.

In his earlier years, Leroy worked as a farmhand, a meat packing worker and was an excellent mechanic.  After...

Aug 2, 2023

Ronald Keith Shineflew, 81, died at Azria Health Park Place on August  2, 2023 from an ongoing illness.

Ronald was born August 5, 1941 to Joseph and Ann Shineflew in Des Moines, Iowa.  His family moved to a farmhouse in Alden, IA in 1945, later moving to town. Ron, (as he liked to be called) graduated from...

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Terry Milton Haus, beloved son, father, partner, and friend, was born on March 22, 1988, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Bert Haus and Carolyn (Ives) Fallin. Terry passed away on July 21, 2023, in Des Moines.

Growing up in Des Moines, Terry spent most of his life in the city he called home. He dedicated many years...

Jul 8, 2023

Patrica Ann "Pati" Gabriel was born December 20, 1948 to Caroline Sposeto and Arthur John Gabriel Sr. in Des Moines, Iowa. She passed away July 8, 2023 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pati was the oldest of the three kids. In the year of 1956 the Gabriel family moved to Albany, California to start a new life. They stayed until...

Jul 7, 2023

Randall Robert Farrell, passed away at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines on July 7, 2023. Randy touched the lives of those around him with his free spirit and zest for life.

Born on February 7, 1958, in Des Moines, Iowa, Randy was the son of Richard and Lucille (Harvey) Farrell. He attended Brooks Middle School. Randy...

Jun 28, 2023

William J. Watkins, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 28, 2023, at the Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.

William was born on August 17, 1967, in Brookings, South Dakota, to Robert and Constance Watkins.

William was a devoted family man who cherished his loved ones above all else....

Jun 26, 2023

Darla Ray Guess passed away after a short battle with cancer on Monday, June 26, 2023.

Darla was born on December 24, 1953, the daughter of Darl and Vivian Stalter in Des Moines, IA.

She loved spending time with family. Darla was so proud of her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed years of watching her...

Jun 26, 2023

Jamille Posey passed away on June 26, 2023 at the age of 50 after a courageous battle from a stroke, surrounded by her loved ones who will continue to honor her. She was born on October 18, 1972 in Chicago's Englewood/southside area to two loving parents, Andrew Brown and Lou Viena Powell. She graduated from Edward Tilden High School...

Jun 23, 2023

John Nedric Smith, 83, peacefully passed away on June 23, 2023.

He was born on July 21, 1939, in Coon Rapids, IA.  His family moved to Des Moines, IA, where he grew up on a farm and graduated from Lincoln High School.  He went on to meet the love of his life, Lynda Hoover.  They married and...

Jun 21, 2023

Anne Ballew, 49, a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend departed this world on June 21, 2023, at Unity Point Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love that will forever resonate in our hearts.

Anne was born on July 12, 1973, in Griffin, Georgia, to her loving parents,...

Jun 20, 2023

Rachel JoAnn Wininger, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on June 20, 2023, in of Des Moines, Iowa. She was born on September 5, 1941, to Raymond and Bernice Cook, and grew up in Des Moines.

Rachel's journey began at East High School, where she graduated with the class of 1959. She then pursued higher...

Jun 19, 2023

On the morning of Friday, June 16, 2023, Joni J. Baumbach of Des Moines sent her only son a photo of a hummingbird who stopped by for a drink from one of the many feeders, birdbaths, or other sanctuaries she installed throughout her bustling yard over the years. She would take many photos that day as she attended to...

Jun 16, 2023

Roberta (Robbie) Lorraine Malone went to be with the Lord on June 16, 2023.

Robbie attended and graduated from Technical High School, AIB school of Business and DMACC all in Des Moines, Iowa with degrees in Business Management and Marketing.  She was also a veteran of the United States Navy.

She is survived by her...

Jun 14, 2023

Mark E. Tasler, a remarkable brother, uncle, and cherished member of the Jefferson community, peacefully passed away on June 14, 2023, at Unity Point - Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.

He was born on January 5, 1957, in Jefferson, Iowa, to the late Walter and Arletta (Royce) Tasler.

Mark's vibrant life was marked...

Jun 12, 2023

Frank passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023, after a battle with kidney failure.

Frank was a wonderful man.  He lost the love of his life in May of 2014, when his wife and soul mate, Terrie, passed away from cancer.

He lived his life that day forward as an angel on this earth.  He...