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Giovanni "Chore" De Jesus Bernal

November 23, 1996 — August 6, 2024

Giovanni de Jesus Bernal, of Des Moines, a cherished son, sibling, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2024, at the age of 27. He was born on November 23, 1996. Giovanni was known for his vibrant spirit, boundless energy, and a smile that could light up any room.


Giovanni’s passion for life was evident in everything he did, but his love for singing truly defined him. His voice was a source of joy and inspiration, whether he was performing for friends and family or simply singing along to his favorite songs. Giovanni's enthusiasm for music and his ability to bring people together made a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.


He is survived by his parents Idelfonso and Alma Bernal; kids Jionni, Yadiel, and Laylani Bernal; siblings Maria, Wendy, and Walter Bernal; nieces and nephews, who will profoundly miss his presence and the joy he brought into their lives. Giovanni was preceded in death by his grandparents Jesus Bernal, Juana Carmona, and Felipe Saldana; uncles Jorge E. Saldana and Jose A. Casillas.


Giovanni’s memory will forever dance and sing in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him. His life, though brief, was filled with love, laughter, and the joy of his passions.




Giovanni de Jesús Bernal, de Des Moines, un querido hijo, hermano y amigo, falleció inesperadamente el 6 de Agosto de 2024, a la edad de 27 años. Nacido el 23 de Noviembre de 1996. Giovanni era conocido por su espíritu vibrante, energía ilimitada, y una sonrisa que podría ser brillar a todas las personas de su alrededor.


La pasión de Giovanni por la vida era evidente en todo lo que hacía, su inspiracion por cantar lo definio. Su voz transmitia mucha alegría e inspiración,  ya sea que estvuiera cantando para amigos y familiares o simplemente cantando sus canciones favoritas. El entusiasmo de Giovanni por la música y su capacidad para unir a la gente tuvieron un impacto duradero en todos los que lo conocieron.

Le sobrevive sus padres Idelfonso y Alma Bernal; Hij@s Jionni, Yadiel, and Laylani Bernal; Herman@s Maria, Wendy, and Walter Bernal; sobrin@s, quienes extrañarán profundamente su presencia y la alegría que trajo a sus vidas. A Giovanni le precedieron en la muerte sus abuel@s Jesus Bernal, Juana Carmona, y Felipe Saldana; tios Jorge E. Saldana and Jose A. Casillas.

La memoria de Giovanni de Jesús Bernal bailará y cantará por siempre en el corazón de quienes tuvieron el privilegio de conocerlo. Su vida, aunque fue breve, estuvo llena de amor, risas y la alegría de sus pasiones.



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