OBITUARIES

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Michael Carver

Michael Carver

May 27, 2025

Michael Carver (83) passed away on May 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A visitation will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church (3663 66th St, Urbandale, IA 50322) on July 2, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a funeral mass to follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held at McDivitt Grove Cemetery (7001 Meredith...

Larry Lee Rains

Larry Lee Rains

May 26, 2025

Larry Rains, 87, passed away peacefully at home on May 26, 2025, after a long battle with Lewy body dementia. He was born on November 18, 1937, in Guthrie Center, Iowa, to Walter and Francis Rains.

Larry spent his early years in and around Guthrie Center, attending various schools as his family moved throughout the area. In eighth grade, the family...

Mary Edith Gibson

Mary Edith Gibson

May 23, 2025



“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday”

Mary Edith Gibson, age 80 of West Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025.

Mary was born on July 6, 1944, in Des Moines, Iowa. She spent the past 28 years residing in Florida, where she retired from the Hernando County Health Department. Mary was known for her...

Hal Scripps Chase

Hal Scripps Chase

May 22, 2025

A full obituary is pending at this time. 

Visitation will take place on Thursday, June 5th, 2025 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home in Urbandale. Funeral services will take place on Friday, June 6th, 2025 at 10:00am at St. Paul Episcopal Cathedral in Des Moines, Iowa. Private Family Burial will follow in Woodland Cemetery in Des Moines. 

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Tam V Le

Tam V Le

May 22, 2025

Tam V Le (67) passed away on May 22, 2025. on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale, Iowa 50322) A funeral service will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. with a visitation break from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

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Michelle K. Adams

Michelle K. Adams

May 22, 2025

Michelle Adams, 65, of Patterson, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at her home.

Michelle Kay was born in Waterloo, Iowa on August 1, 1959, the daughter of Dennis Stacey and Jeanette (Stanhope) Moore. She worked for Tyson Foods in Waterloo for 10 years and made Patterson her home for the last 15 years.

Michelle enjoyed crocheting, often crafting beautiful...

Mary C. Ockerman

Mary C. Ockerman

May 22, 2025

Mary C. Ockerman, a vibrant and nurturing soul, was born on August 26, 1945, in Mason City, Iowa, and she gracefully departed this world on May 22, 2025, in Adel, Iowa, following a long-fought battle with cancer. Mary was a beacon of warmth and compassion, known for her adventurous spirit and a heart that embraced all those who crossed her...

Kathleen Boudewyns Letz

Kathleen Boudewyns Letz

May 21, 2025

Kathleen Boudewyns Letz (79) passed away on May 21, 2025. A visitation will be held on June 10, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale IA, 50223). A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on June 11, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (1627 Grand...

Leon Phillips

Leon Phillips

May 21, 2025

Leon Phillips, 89, of Peru, Iowa, passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

Leon was born on December 20, 1935, to Paul and Berniece (Sawhill) Phillips. He started school in Peru and graduated from Truro High School in 1954. He lived his entire lifetime around the Peru area.

On August 15, 1965, Leon and Donna Lee Warren were married...

Mary Ann Kelly

Mary Ann Kelly

May 21, 2025

Mary Ann's funeral service will be livestreamed with the link provided: https://player.vimeo.com/video/1088140397

Mary Ann Kelly passed away on May 21, 2025, in Clive, Iowa. Born in DeWitt, Iowa, she graduated from Monmouth High School in Illinois before pursuing a nursing degree at Marycrest College (St. Ambrose) in Davenport, Iowa.

During her senior year of college, Mary finally said "yes" to Don Kelly,...

Jean Winebrenner

Jean Winebrenner

May 20, 2025

Jean Winebrenner, 78, of Peru, passed away at her home peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

Born Doris Jean Thomas, on April 7, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa, the daughter of Laurence (Bill) and Velma (Harpole) Thomas. She graduated from Orient-Macksburg High School in 1965. On November 3, 1968, she was united in marriage to Richard Winebrenner, in Rhode Island. Together,...

Terry Strain

Terry Strain

May 20, 2025

Terry Leo Strain (87) passed away on May 20, 2025. A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale Iowa) with a funeral service to follow at 2:30 p.m.

Terry Leo Strain passed away on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025. Terry was born on...

Julé Carrington

Julé Carrington

May 18, 2025

Julé Lee Carrington was born in Denver, CO, on May 17, 1955, to Ed and Polly Temple, joining a family with an older brother, Eric Temple (Mary), a sister, Victoria Temple, and a younger brother to come four years later, David Temple (Jean). A quick note – to explain the dash in her name: her dad had the wild idea...

Michael Thomas McClish

Michael Thomas McClish

May 18, 2025

Michael McClish, age 76, of West Des Moines, passed away on May 18th, 2025 at EveryStep Hospice-Kavanagh House in Des Moines, Iowa.

Mike was everything to so many people. He was June’s one and only true love for over 60 years, he was a devoted dad who never missed an event, a grandpa that always showed up. He was a football...

Julene H. Stoik

Julene H. Stoik

May 18, 2025

Julene H. Stoik, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, at Cedar Ridge Village in West Des Moines, Iowa, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew her. A visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Plymouth Congregational Church in Des Moines, Iowa, followed by a memorial service at 11:00...

Kenny E Chapman

Kenny E Chapman

May 17, 2025

In Loving Memory of Kenny E. Chapman

A Beloved Father, Grandfather, Husband, Prominent Businessman, Friend, and Icon of Adel, Iowa.

Kenny Chapman, a cherished figure in the Adel community, peacefully passed away on May 17, 2025, at the remarkable age of 87. His life was a tapestry woven with love, laughter, extraordinary achievements, and unforgettable memories. We invite all who knew him...

William Daryl Crouse

William Daryl Crouse

May 16, 2025

In Loving Memory of William "Bill" Daryl Crouse

December 14, 1930 – May 16, 2025

With peaceful hearts and gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of William "Bill" Daryl Crouse, who was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior on May 16, 2025. While he will be deeply missed, we find comfort in knowing he is now...

Earl Einar Sande

Earl Einar Sande

May 14, 2025

On May 14, 2025, Earl Einar Sande passed away peacefully in his sleep.

Earl was born August 4, 1933, in Dakota City, Iowa to parents Einar and Gladys (Jensen) Sande. He was the oldest of two children. His younger brother, Neal, preceded him in death by only a month. Earl and Neal were known for their sense of humor as kids...

Richard William Engler

Richard William Engler

May 13, 2025

Richard William Engler, age 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Kings Garden, Perry Lutheran Homes in Perry, Iowa. Services will be held at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids on Saturday, June 14th, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A luncheon will be served in the church hall by the St....

Diane Irene Miller

Diane Irene Miller

May 13, 2025

Diane Irene Miller, age 91, passed away after a long and impactful life on May 13th, 2025 at her home in Perry, IA. Funeral services will be at the Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, Perry Chapel with visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m. and memorial service at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Memorials may be directed to the family. Online...