OBITUARIES

Feb 20, 2025

Barb Lightner, 94, formerly of Creston, passed away on February 20, 2025, at Woodlands Creek Assisted Living in Clive, surrounded by her family.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Caldwell Parrish Funeral home in Winterset. Visitation will be held prior from 10-11:00 AM. Burial will be in the Winterset Cemetery.

Born Barbara Jean Cameron...

Feb 20, 2025

JoAnne McVey, 87, of Johnston, previously from Adel, passed away on February 20, 2025 at Unity Point Methodist Hospital in Des Moines. 

JoAnne was born on July 21, 1937 to Marion and Pauline (Waters) Ostrander in Adel, IA. She attended school in DeSoto, IA. JoAnne married Lester LeFluer and were married for 34 years before his passing. Over the years, she...

Feb 20, 2025

Dennis Alan Robinson (66) passed away on February 20, 2025. No services are planned at this time. Check back for a complete obituary.

Feb 20, 2025

David's memorial service will be live streamed at the link provided: https://westchestercares.org/worship-at-home

David Paul Deitrick (66) passed away on February 20, 2025. A public visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Rd. Urbandale) A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2025,...

Feb 20, 2025

Cheyenne Lea Miller, 24, of Peru, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at UnityPoint Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa.

Cheyenne was born on August 24, 2000, in Des Moines, Iowa to Erik and Rachel (Garrett) Miller. She attended Winterset Community Schools and East Union Community School. She graduated from East Union High School in 2020. Cheyenne loved to...

Feb 19, 2025

Charles was born on May 21, 1935 to Elbert Wayne and Iona DeVee (Brideson) Haden at the King's Daughter Hospital in Perry, IA. Charlie's early years in Panora laid the foundation for a life of hard work and continual learning. After graduating from high school in 1953, he attended Iowa State University for 2 years studying Ag Engineering and trained...

Feb 19, 2025

On February 19, 2025, Stephen W. Kent, 82, of Clive, Iowa, passed away after a valiant five-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. Steve is survived by his wife, Carol, son Jim (Lisa) Kent of West Branch, IA, and daughters Chris (Bob) Bailey of Johnston, IA, and Cathy (Pat) Weis, of Davenport, IA, and seven grandchildren, Andrew (Sydni), Isabel, Caroline, Daniel, Allison,...

Feb 19, 2025

Feb 18, 2025

In the early morning of February 18th, 2025, Susan Lee O’Leary gently passed into heaven at the age of 85 at her residence in Panora, Iowa.

Susan was born in Whitefish, Montana, to Laura and Edwin McKenzie in 1939.

She grew up at Bay Point on Whitefish Lake with her mom, dad and three sisters: Faye, Nancy and Kona. Her fondest childhood...

Feb 18, 2025

Josephine Helen Ross, 83, of Earlham, Iowa, passed away on February 18, 2025, at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center.

She was born on November 24, 1941, to Joseph John and Gertrude Josephine (Dwinnell) Marxen in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She had lived in Winterset for 18 years, coming from Minneapolis.

Josephine was a member of the Earlham Church of Christ in Earlham, Iowa.

She had...

Feb 18, 2025

Wayne Eugene Newkirk, died in West Des Moines, Iowa on February 18, 2025. He was 91 years old and had valiantly battled Parkinson disease and the effects of a recent fall. 

Wayne was born and raised on a family farm in Deer Creek, Oklahoma by parents Ralph and Hazel Newkirk with his older brother, JR, and sister, Doris. Wayne was an...

Feb 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Steven Earl Roberts at the age of 77. He left us on February 18th, 2025 after a long hard-fought battle with MS. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, at Caldwell Parish Funeral Home and Crematory (8201 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322) from 5:00 pm until 7:00...

Feb 18, 2025

Arlene Coleman, 93, of Corydon, Iowa, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025.

Born on July 1, 1931, in Bancroft, Iowa, Arlene was the daughter of William and Myrtle Custard. She worked as a dedicated postal worker for many years.

Arlene had a passion for crocheting and was especially proud of her many award-winning pieces at the Iowa State Fair. She enjoyed...

Feb 18, 2025

Allen Drake, 88, of Patterson, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at his home.

Allen Dean Drake was born on July 21, 1936, in Madison County, Iowa, to Alfred Dean and Mary Louise (Brown) Drake. He graduated from Patterson High School in 1953 and served in the US Military in the Army branch. Allen married Marilyn Sullivan, on February 3,...

Feb 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Anthony Macri Jr., who passed away at the age of 71 on February 18, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on January 20, 1954, Mike was the son of Michael Anthony Sr. and Mildred Macri. He was raised in the Windsor Heights area of Des Moines, where he...

Feb 17, 2025

“Douglas Roy Ott, 71, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, at his home in Clive, IA. Doug was known for his independent spirit and had a huge impact on all who knew him. 

Born in 1953 in Charles City, IA to parents Donald R. and Deloris M. Ott, Doug graduated from West Des Moines Valley High School (class of 1971)...

Feb 17, 2025

William Boyd Clark, 85, of Clive, IA, passed away Monday, February 17, 2025 at his home with his wife and daughter by his side.

Bill was born on October 16, 1939, the son of John and Maxine (Woodyard) Clark in Des Moines. He was born, raised, and lived his entire life in the Des Moines area. Bill attended Roosevelt High School...

Feb 17, 2025

Brad Sodergren, 71, passed away on February 17, 2025 after a one year hard-fought battle against cancer. 

He was born on July 15,1953 in Duluth, Minnesota to Wayne “Pat” and Barbara Sodergren. He graduated from Duluth Central High School in 1971 and attended the University of Minnesota Duluth. Brad followed the UMD Bulldog hockey teams and enjoyed ski-jumping in his youth...

Feb 16, 2025

Gregory Scott Miller, 75, of Perry, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Dallas County Memorial Hospital in Perry. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the La Poste in Perry located at 1219 Warford Street, Perry, IA, 50220. Online condolences may be shared with the...

Feb 16, 2025

Grant Michael Harvey, 35, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on February 16, 2025, in Des Moines, IA. Grant was a beloved husband, son, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was born on August 27, 1989, in Des Moines, IA. During high school, he competed in Mock Trial, where he was very successful...