OBITUARIES

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Steven Sisler

Steven Sisler

Jul 6, 2025

Steven "Steve" Sisler passed away at his home in Clive, Iowa, on Sunday, July 6, 2025, surrounded by love and faith, just as he lived his life.

Steve was born on October 29, 1958, in Rockford, Illinois, to Jean Berning and Roger Sisler. He was the eldest of three, a protective big brother to Diane "Sis" and Greg. After graduating from...

Delbert James Ashbacher

Delbert James Ashbacher

Jul 5, 2025

Delbert “Del” James Ashbacher, 78, of Urbandale, IA passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2025, at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. According to Delbert's wishes cremation rites have taken place and no services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be written in his name to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa or Whiskers TNR of...

Jewel Clark

Jewel Clark

Jul 5, 2025

Mrs. Jewel Clark, age 63, passed away on July 5, 2025. Jewel was born in Iowa to Keith Arnold and Dorothy Archer. Jewel was raised in the Rising Sun area but lived in Winterset for most of her life. She attended DMACC and completed her Associates Degree in Computer Programming. Jewel worked for many years as a computer programmer for...

Beverly Dee Edmondson

Beverly Dee Edmondson

Jul 4, 2025

Beverly Dee Edmondson, 89, of Perry, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Taylor Hospice House in Des Moines, surrounded by her loving family.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Heartland Church of Christ in Perry, with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in...

Douglas S Randolph

Douglas S Randolph

Jul 1, 2025

Douglas Shawn Randolph passed away July 1, 2025 in a motorcycle accident doing what he loved. He was born December 1, 1971 to Judith (Clouser) Grantham of Earlham and Jimmie D. Randolph of Hamburg, IA. Doug was a devoted husband, father and friend to everyone. He never met a stranger.

Doug graduated from Adel-DeSoto in 1990 and then entered basic training...

Eva Short

Eva Short

Jul 1, 2025

Eva Short, 91, of Winterset, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning July 1, 2025 at the Guthrie County Hospital.

She was born on April 10, 1934 to her parents, Paul and Edith (Robinson) Jamison of Madison County, Iowa. She was proud to be born at the first hospital in Winterset, that was started by her aunt and uncle. Eva graduated from Winterset...

Chad Robert Burton

Chad Robert Burton

Jun 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Chad Robert Burton, 44, of Urbandale, Iowa, who left us on June 29, 2025, after a brief but brave battle with a rare and aggressive cancer. Born and raised in Davenport, Iowa, Chad brought the soul of a fisherman and the strength of deep family roots into every chapter of his life.

 A...

Marjorie Irene Fogler

Marjorie Irene Fogler

Jun 29, 2025

Marjorie Irene Fogler, 91, was called to her heavenly home on Sunday, June 29, 2025.

She was born as Marjorie Irene Golightly on January 16, 1934 to Lloyd and Hilda Golightly in rural Earlham, IA. She attended Van Meter High School and Northwest Missouri State College where she studied Elementary Education. After college, she met and married her late husband, Robert...

Dixie Conkling

Dixie Conkling

Jun 29, 2025

Dixie Lee (Drake) Conkling, 88, of Winterset, Iowa, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025.

Dixie was born on July 19, 1936, in Dallas, Iowa, to Fred and Myrtle (Phillips) Drake. She grew up in a lively household with siblings Riley, Freda, Johnny, Beverly, Charlotte, and Roberta, later joined by two younger sisters, Carolyn and Judy. Dixie had a joyful childhood...

Terri Miller

Terri Miller

Jun 28, 2025

Terri Lynn McDonald Miller was born on August 29th to Dennis and Sheenie McDonald. She cherished her siblings, Denise (Jeff) Bichel, Darin (Elisabeth) McDonald, and Matthew (Tina) McDonald as well as her many nieces and nephews.

A 1980 graduate of Winterset High School, she went on to earn her degree in education from the University of Northern Iowa in 1985. She...

Jacob Lee Thacker

Jacob Lee Thacker

Jun 27, 2025

Jacob Lee Thacker, 16, of Adel, IA, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 in Grimes, IA. A sharing of memories will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Living Faith Church in Clive, IA, with the funeral service to follow at 6:00 p.m. A visitation will continue after the service until 8:00 p.m. A private family burial...

Jok J Mayom Jr.

Jok J Mayom Jr.

Jun 27, 2025

Jok Mayom Jr passed away on June 27, 2025. A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, with a funeral service following at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be held at the Waukee Cemetery. 

Jok Jr. was born at Broadlawns Medical Center, Des Moines IA. He was born on February 25, 2007....

Phuong Nguyen

Phuong Nguyen

Jun 27, 2025

cáo phó 

Trong niềm tín thác vào Chúa Kitô Phục Sinh và Lòng Chúa Thương Xót.

Gia đình chúng con xin kính báo đến quý linh mục, tu sĩ nam nữ, quý thân tộc nội ngoại

và thân hữu xa gần, người thân yêu của chúng con:

Anh Đa Minh NGUYỄN CÔNG PHƯƠNG

Sinh ngày 15 tháng 12 năm 1970 tại Biên Hòa, Việt Nam.

Đã...

Nichole Cleghorn

Nichole Cleghorn

Jun 27, 2025

No services are planned at this time.

Eric Michael Heimerman

Eric Michael Heimerman

Jun 26, 2025

Eric Michael Heimerman, age 40, of Perry, Iowa, passed away on June 26, 2025. Born on December 11, 1984, to Gene and Sue (née Schori) Heimerman, Eric spent his early years in Perry, Iowa, where his deep love for the outdoors and adventurous spirit first began to take root.

Eric was never one to follow the beaten path. A free spirit...

Phyllis Sue Rote

Phyllis Sue Rote

Jun 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Phyllis Sue Rote, or Babe as her friends and family called her. Babe was born May 13, 1931, and passed away on June 25, 2025, peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was 94 years old. A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 PM at...

Linda J. Heiken

Linda J. Heiken

Jun 25, 2025

Linda J. Heiken, age 70, of Adel, Iowa, passed away on June 25, 2025, after a long battle with lupus. Born on January 6, 1955, in California, Linda was the daughter of George and Lulu Smith.

Linda attended Des Moines Technical High School, where she graduated in 1973. Throughout her life, she was known for her loving and caring nature, always...

Maria Evans

Maria Evans

Jun 25, 2025

In Memory of Maria C. Evans (née Duran)

Maria C. Evans, affectionately known as “Mary” by her family and friends, was born Maria C. Duran on May 28, 1932, in the Los Angeles area. She was the eldest of four daughters born to Pedro and Isaura Duran. Her sisters—Evangelina, Isabel, and Chimera—met and married their husbands in California, where they established...

James Harlan Miller

James Harlan Miller

Jun 24, 2025

James Harlan "Jim" Miller entered God's glory on June 24, 2025 at the age of 79.

Jim had an incredible gift for making others feel comfortable and valued. Whether reconnecting with old friends or meeting new people, he effortlessly formed lasting bonds. His humor, teasing spirit, and knack for giving affectionate nicknames to loved ones (and even his cars and the...

Andrew Eugene Verwers

Andrew Eugene Verwers

Jun 23, 2025

Andrew Eugene Verwers, a gentle soul cherished by many, departed this earthly realm on June 23, 2025, in his beloved hometown of Des Moines, where he first took his breath on April 19, 1972. His life, albeit marked by struggles, was a testament to the strength of character and compassion that defined him.

A steadfast advocate for the underprivileged, Andrew dedicated...