Obituaries
Thurston Arnold
Nov 26, 2025
Thurston Arnold, 66, passed away on November 26, 2025, in Iowa City, IA.
Richard Blalock
Nov 26, 2025
Richard Charles Blalock Jr., 35 years old, passed away on November 26, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Richard Jr. was born May 13, 1990, in Waterloo, Iowa, to Theresa and Richard Blalock Sr.
Richard Jr. was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend whose kindness and warmth touched everyone he met. He grew up in Waterloo, Iowa, where he developed a love...
Niki Schuler
Nov 26, 2025
"I'm gonna live, damnit!"
Never have more fitting final words ever been spoken. In her too-short 35 years, Niki lived more fully than most people do in much longer lives. Her resilience and determination to live - even to the very end - was nothing short of inspiring. She radiated energy and light wherever she went, and it was her mission...
Russell Wachter
Nov 25, 2025
Russell Wachter, 86, passed away on November 25, 2025, in Des Moines, IA.
Dale Pedersen
Nov 24, 2025
Dale Allen Pedersen, 75, of Waukee, IA passed away on November 24, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer compounded by a recent stroke. His wife, Kathy, was by his side.
Dale was born in the office of Dr. H. Frank Givens of West Bend, IA on December 8,1949 weighing 9 lbs. 10 oz., the second child...
Lynn Michael Bourne
Nov 20, 2025
Lynn Michael Bourne, 64, of Des Moines, IA passed away on November 20, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and family devotion.
Lynn was born July 31, 1961, to Vivian Sorey and later adopted by her husband Larry Bourne. As a boy, Lynn discovered a passion for fishing and hunting, and he carried that love...
Steven Craig Gray
Nov 20, 2025
Steve went to be with the lord on November 20th 2025, he went peacefully in his sleep, Steven was a husband and a dad, But his favorite title was being a Papa. Steve was the type of person who was always willing to help someone in need. During the summer months you could find him with a pole in...
Michael Eugene Hilgenberg
Nov 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Eugene Hilgenberg, who departed this life on November 18, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on November 3, 1951, in Jefferson, Iowa, Michael was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He called Maxwell, Iowa, his home and devoted his life to serving his community as...
Robert William Baker
Nov 16, 2025
Robert 'Bob' William Baker, 73, passed away early Sunday morning, November 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer at UnityPoint Health in Des Moines, Iowa.
Bob was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan on May 8, 1952, to Arthur W. Baker and Pelma 'Pat' (Sliter) Baker. In 1970, he graduated from Coloma High School in Coloma, Michigan....
Cedric William Robinson
Nov 14, 2025
Cedric Robinson, 84, passed away on November 14, 2025, in Altoona, IA.
Steven Boatman
Nov 13, 2025
Steven Boatman, 81, passed away on November 13, 2025 and was born on October 20, 1944.
Sharon Diane Fletcher
Nov 13, 2025
Sharon Fletcher, 82, passed away on November 13, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa.
Sharon Fletcher was born on June 26, 1943 to Estella Kunzie and George Kunzie.
Sharon was strong, loving, and kind. Her family and friends were very important to her. Sharon had a sense for fashion, and enjoyed her peaceful moments at home....
Illa Little Harvey
Nov 13, 2025
Illa Harvey, 81, passed away on November 13, 2025. She enjoyed golfing, watching sports, cooking, gardening and her dogs.
Calista Jenea Pierce
Nov 12, 2025
Calista Janea Pierce, 26, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on November 12, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born with a bright spirit and a heart full of generosity, Calista touched every life she encountered.
Calista exemplified the meaning of unconditional love when it came to family and friends. Her greatest...
Samuel Monay Allen
Nov 11, 2025
Samuel Allen, 49, passed away on November 11, 2025. A full obituary is pending.
Dennis Scott Long
Nov 11, 2025
Dennis Scott Long
December 23, 1955 - November 11, 2025
Dennis Scott Long passed away peacefully at his home on November 11, 2025, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born on December 23, 1955, in Colorado to Owis and Glenda (Gash) Long.
Dennis lived a full life marked by humor,...
Jason Adam Norman
Nov 10, 2025
Jason Norman, 47, passed away on November 10, 2025.
Jason Norman was born on July 18, 1978. He loved fishing, hunting, rock collecting, camping and everything outdoors.
Jason is survived by his parents, his wife, Jesse, daughter, Oaklynn and his brothers, Christopher and Steven.
Memorial contributions may be given to the family.
John Alan Maranville
Nov 9, 2025
John Maranville, 53, passed away on November 9, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa.
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