Aug 11, 2023

Sharon Kay Sells, 80, of Des Moines died August 11, 2023, at her home. Sharon worked in the food industry for many years and retired from employment with The Salvation Army in 2008. She was a long-time member of the Salvation Army Temple Corps and most recently attended the Well Covenant Church in Des Moines. She loved to crochet,...

Aug 10, 2023

Aug 10, 2023

Linda Eileen McKelvey, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 10, 2023, at the age of 79.

She was born on August 10, 1944, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Carl Wayne "Lucky" and Daisy Marie (Renfeldt) Laughlin.

During Linda's early years, she lived in the quaint town of Collins, Iowa....

Aug 7, 2023

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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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Jul 21, 2023

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,...