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Patty Hamner
Apr 7, 2026
Patty L. Hamner, 76, of Winterset, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines.
Patty was born November 21, 1949, in Warren County, Iowa, the daughter of Glenn and Elsie (Baker) Allen. She graduated from I-35 High School in 1968. On March 8, 1969, she was united in marriage to Ronny Hamner in Winterset, Iowa.
Patty spent...
Jose Arturo Gonzalez
Apr 6, 2026
José Arturo González González, de 72 años, de Perry, falleció en paz, rodeado de su hija y su hijo, el lunes 6 de abril de 2026.
La Misa de Sepelio Cristiano se celebrará a las 2:00 p.m. el miércoles 8 de abril de 2026 en la Iglesia Católica St. Patrick en Perry. Las condolencias en línea pueden dejarse para la familia...
Thomas Edward Mikkelsen
Apr 5, 2026
, Thomas Edward "Kelly" Mikkelsen (86), passed away on April 5, 2026.
As per his wishes, there will be no visitation or formal funeral. A private burial will be held for immediate family at a later date.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 66 years, Jeanette; sons, Mark Mikkelsen and Todd (Peggy) Mikkelsen; granddaughters, Britlyn Mikkelsen, Grace...
Beatrice "Bea" Irene Sandquist
Apr 4, 2026
Beatrice Sandquist, age 88, of Johnston, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 4th. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedicated educator whose life touched countless hearts.
Bea was born on May 5, 1937, and grew up in the Des Moines area, where she attended North High School. She married Robert Sandquist in 1956 and took great...
Dixie Marie Rushing
Apr 2, 2026
Our mom, Dixie Marie (Constant) Rushing, passed from earth peacefully on the afternoon of April 2, 2026. We will always remember how she gave of herself, and her beautiful smile, which she openly shared with others! She loved unconditionally and was in turn surrounded by love.
Mom was a lifelong resident of West Des Moines, born to Theodore "Bonnie" and...
Paul David Samuelson
Apr 2, 2026
Paul David Samuelson, age 68, of Perry, Iowa, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
He was born on October 8, 1957, in Marysville, Kansas, the son of David and Marilyn (Olsen) Samuelson. He graduated from Swea City High School with the Class of 1976.
Following graduation, Paul served in the United States Navy. He later attended Northwest...
Jack Sawyers
Apr 1, 2026
Jack Sawyers, 43, of Des Moines, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Jack was born August 25, 1982, the son of Steven and Amy (Dorrell) Sawyers. He grew up west of Winterset on the family farm along Highway 92 and graduated from Winterset High School in 2001. He went on to attend Simpson College in Indianola, where he studied journalism. He...
Judy Dreyer
Mar 31, 2026
Judy Dreyer, 81, of Winterset, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Azria Health in Winterset.
Judith Ann was born May 27, 1944, in Winterset, the daughter of Marion and Alice (Comp) McDonald. She graduated from Winterset High School in 1962 and later earned her associate degree. Judy spent her life in Winterset and Madison County.
On August 30, 1974, she was...
Randy Lee Lenze
Mar 27, 2026
Randy Lee Lenze, age 69, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2026, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.Randy was born on March 24, 1957, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Charles "Melvin" Lenze and Mildred Lenze (Kimbro). He had a big heart and an even bigger appetite for life. Whether he was out on the water fishing, firing...
Mary Ellen Francisco
Mar 27, 2026
Mary Ellen Francisco, age 102, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., with visitation one hour prior, beginning at 9:30 a.m., on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Des Moines. Burial will be held at a...
Beatrice "Kay" Boston
Mar 27, 2026
Born on July 6, 1945, to Clarence and Ella (McKinney) Forret, Kay grew up with roots that carried through her entire life - strong, grounded, and deeply connected to the people and places she loved.
In February of 1965, she married Dean Boston, beginning a partnership that would span decades and build a family that became her greatest joy.
Together they raised...
Janet (Hodges) Craig
Mar 25, 2026
Janet (Hodges) Craig, 74, of Panora, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Via of Carlisle.
Janet was born April 26, 1951, to Cecil and Marjorie (Severance) Hodges. She grew up in Winterset and graduated from Winterset High School in 1969. Following her education, Janet worked for the State of Iowa as a printer and typesetter. Later in life, she followed...
Scottley Ann Sparks
Mar 24, 2026
Scottley Ann Sparks, the daughter of Ian and LaKoda (Kelber) Sparks of Thayer was born Monday, March 23, 2026, and passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Scottley is survived by her parents, Ian and LaKoda; her brother, Klancy; paternal grandfather, Jim Sparks of Winterset; maternal grandparents, Scott and Ashley Kelber of Rhodes; great grandparents, Roger and Priscilla Kelber of Albion and...
Teresa Lynn Chapman
Mar 24, 2026
Teresa Lynn Chapman, 68, of Adel, Iowa, passed away on March 24, 2026, at Mercy Hospital.
Teresa was born on March 7, 1958, in Winterset, Iowa, to Dave and Juanita Ross. She was preceded in death by her father, Dave Ross, and her sisters, Marcia, Shelly, and Jean. She is survived by her mother, Juanita Ross, and her sister, Jane. Growing...
Janet Louise Rivas
Mar 24, 2026
Janet Louise Rivas, 86, passed away Tuesday March 24th, 2026. Janet was born December 3, 1939, in Des Moines, IA. She was a life long Des Moines resident, and a dedicated housewife. Janet had great passion for her family. She enjoyed beautiful flowers, and spending quality time caring for her pets. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband,...
Diane Langan Collet
Mar 23, 2026
Diane Langan Collet passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026 after having been visited, wished goodbye and see you later by family and friends either in person or in spirit.
She is survived by her son, Mike; grandson, Montgomery; and many family and friends, whom she loved dearly and was always grateful for. She was preceded in death by...
Eloise Eyerly
Mar 23, 2026
Eloise Eyerly, 98, of Macksburg, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Azria Health Winterset.
Eloise Ada Schulz was born April 25, 1927, in Macksburg, Iowa, the daughter of Frank and Thera (Callison) Schulz. She was united in marriage to Walter Eyerly on July 3, 1943, in Maryville, Missouri. Together they shared many years of life and family before his...
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