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John W Hoyem

June 2, 1936 — November 23, 2023

John W. Hoyem, 87, of Des Moines, IA, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family. Per John's wishes cremation rites have been accorded. Online condolences may be sent to www.caldwellparrish.com


John was born June 2, 1936 to Jorgen and Olga (Williamson) Hoyem in Chicago, IL. John graduated from Foreman High School in Chicago in 1954. He later drafted in the United States Army where he served his country for 2 years. John obtained his Bachelor's Degree from Luther College in Decorah, IA. He married Ramona Saacke on October 3, 1964 in Farmersburg, IA. John was the Manager of multiple Sears Stores in the country. You could always find John cheering on the Chicago Cubs, Iowa State University Teams and the Chicago Bears.  John loved to travel numerous places but a couple favorites were Jackson Hole Wyoming and Yellowstone. He will truly be missed by family and friends.


He is survived by his wife Ramona, three children;  John Jorgen Hoyem of Des Moines, Ann (Kory) Hirth of Windsor Heights, IA, Lance Hoyem of Des Moines, Four grandchildren; Kathryn Hirth, Amanda Hirth, Wren Hoyem, Paden Hoyem, one daughter-in-law, Allison Hoyem of Des Moines, one brother, Harold (Dian) Hoyem, one niece, Ellen Hoyem, and one nephew, Eric Hoyem. He is preceded in death by one son, Jeffrey Hoyem and parents, Jorgen and Olga Hoyem.

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