Obituaries
Helen Walker
Jan 23, 2026
Helen Louise Walker, age 101, passed away January 23, 2026 peacefully with her daughters by her side at Bishop Drumm Nursing Home in Johnston. A special thanks to the staff at Bishop Drumm for guiding us through this difficult time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Helen was born December 20, 1924. She was a...
Patrick Dunn
Jan 22, 2026
Patrick Dunn, 79, passed away on January 22, 2026, in Indianola, IA.
Patrick Dunn was born on July 15, 1946 in Cascade, IA, to William and Grace Dunn.
Harry Loduvicus Debye
Jan 22, 2026
Harry Debye, 91, passed away on January 22, 2026, in Otley, IA.
Harry Debye was born on December 2, 1934 in the Netherlands. He enjoyed soccer, cycling, skiing, hiking, traveling, classical music and reading.
Virginia Carol Thomas
Jan 22, 2026
Virginia Carol Thomas, 81, passed peacefully on January 22, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa, with her loved ones by her side.
Born on July 16, 1944, in Peoria, Illinois, to Amelia and Carl Acuff, she was the youngest of three children and was preceded in death by her two older brothers, Carl and Eddie.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and...
John Spenser Keatley
Jan 21, 2026
John Keatley, 79, passed away on January 21, 2026, in West Des Moines, IA.
John Keatley was born on December 19, 1946.
Michael "Mike" Morris
Jan 21, 2026
Michael Thomas Morris was born to Tom and Maxine (Evelyn) Morris in Clear Lake, Iowa on November 18th, 1956. Mike grew up on the Southside of Des Moines and attended Christ the King Catholic School. He graduated from Dowling Catholic High School in 1976 where he was a proud member of the undefeated Maroon Magic football team. In 1978 he...
Christopher Mershon
Jan 20, 2026
Christopher 'Kip' Alan Mershon passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2026 surrounded by his family. Kip was born on July 27, 1966 in Illinois. The family later relocated to Polk City, Iowa. He spent his free time hunting, and keeping up with NASCAR. He is survived by his loving parents Doug and Nancy Mershon, partner Brenda Weltha, brother Scott (Brenda)...
Patricia Miller
Jan 20, 2026
Patricia Miller, 88, passed away on January 20, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Patricia Miller was born on February 18, 1937 in Des Moines, IA, to Kermit and Doris Fisher.Patricia is survived by Kelly Anderson - daughter, of Madrid and Andrew Casados - grandson.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents.
Cremation has taken place and no services are...
Trenton Ross Clark
Jan 18, 2026
Trent Clark was born at St. Joseph's Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, and spent most of his life in Des Moines, Iowa, where he built his home filled with laughter, love, and friendship. After earning his GED, Trent pursued a career as a self-employed carpenter, a trade that allowed him to combine his creativity and strong work ethic. His craftsmanship could...
Mary Kay Rasmussen
Jan 18, 2026
A Toast to a Life Well Lived
Celebrating the joyous life of Mary Kay Rasmussen
Defying all medical odds for as long as she could, Mary Kay Rasmussen passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 82 in Des Moines, Iowa. She died the way she lived: Peacefully and on her own terms.
Mary Kay was born Mary Catherine Brennan...
David Westlake
Jan 18, 2026
David Stanley Westlake was born on February 20, 1934, and passed away January 18. 2026.He is preceded in death by his parents, Reverend B.S, Westlake and Gladys (Webster) Westlake; four sisters; two brothers; his youngest daughter, Wanda (Ken) Paxson; and great-grandson, Bowen Morgan.He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Eunice (Killian) Westlake; son, Wes (Kris) Westlake; daughter, Sandy...
Carol Ross
Jan 17, 2026
Carol Ross passed away January 17, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa at the age of 63. She was born on May 3, 1962, to her parents Jerry and Mae Rumage. She has 2 siblings Deborah (Randy) Coulter, and Michael (Darla) Rumage. She lived most of her life in Des Moines, Iowa. She received her GED from Des...
Jose Mendez
Jan 17, 2026
Jose Padron Mendez, age 78, of Des Moines, passed away on January 17, 2026.
Walter Joseph King
Jan 16, 2026
Walter Joseph King, PhD, age 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Des Moines, Iowa, on January 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Walter Joseph King was born on January 10, 1943, in Leominster, Massachusetts, the son of Walter J. King and Margaret Helena (Chesbrough) King. He was raised in Shirley, Massachusetts, with his sisters, Judy...
Leandra Stein
Jan 15, 2026
Leandra Stein, 34, passed away on January 15, 2026, in Des Moines, IA.
Leandra Stein was born on March 28, 1991 in Woodruff, WI. Leandra loved her new found life and those in recovery in the Des Moines area. She had many interests among her favorites were reading, art and music.
Michael Mayfield
Jan 14, 2026
Michael Ray Mayfield, age 70, passed away on January 14, 2026, at The Taylor House.
Mike was born on March 3, 1955, in Des Moines, to Velma and Charlie Mayfield, who preceded him in death.
He is lovingly survived by his wife, Tammy Mayfield, and cherished furry companion, Macy; his brothers, Ed, Lou (Peggy), and Chuck (PJ) Mayfield; and his...
Natonya Watters
Jan 14, 2026
Natonya Watters, 51, passed away on January 14, 2026, in Des Moines, IA.
Natonya Watters was born on December 19, 1974.
Mark Carman
Jan 14, 2026
Mark was unfortunately afflicted with a mental illness that prevented him from living a healthy, productive life for many years. Prior to experiencing poor health issues, Mark once enjoyed motorcycle riding, horses and loved animals and will especially miss his cat, Honey. Mark was introduced to The Truth (also known as Two by Twos) several years ago by his special...
Tony Phetpriyavanh
Jan 13, 2026
Tony Phetpriyavanh, 40, passed away on January 13, 2026.
Tony Phetpriyavanh was born on May 18, 1985 in Des Moines, IA, to Somnouk and Sangvane Phetpriyavanh.
Heather Wheeler
Jan 13, 2026
Heather M. Wheeler, age 31, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on January 13, 2026.
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