Harold Janssen

Harold E. Janssen, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, and war veteran, passed on December 20, 2021 at the age of 90. He was born June 21, 1931 to Margaret (Mertes) and William Janssen, in Stuart, Iowa where he grew up going to his father’s bowling alley. At a young age of 8, Harold, only 47” tall was acknowledged in the Des Moines Register for his high scoring bowling skills. At 16, he owned and operated his own filling station, which was located on the east side of Des Moines, Iowa. He then became a skilled meat cutter for Safeway, a finish carpenter, engine mechanic, and an avid boat enthusiast. On September 4, 1950, he married the love of his life, Betty (Long) and, shortly after, enlisted in the U.S Marine Corps to serve in the Korean War. Harold earned a Purple Heart after being wounded in action and spent his life passionate about the Marines and his time serving our country.