OBITUARIES

Jan 27, 2024

With heavy hearts, we share the news of Morgan Hagen's passing—a cherished mother, wife, daughter, and sister whose impact on those around her is immeasurable.

In life Morgan found solace in her homestead, nurturing her beloved chickens, embarking on adventures with her family, and savoring the beauty she cultivated. A true creator, Morgan expressed her...

Jan 26, 2024

Joseph Henry Daniels, born on August 10, 1974, in North Carolina, bid farewell to this world on January 26, 2024. He was 49 years old.

Joseph, known for his jovial spirit and unwavering love, was a cherished husband, father, son, and friend. He married Wanita Daniels on April 16, 2022.

In...

Jan 26, 2024

Henry Ervin Wright was born on February 13, 1932, in Scranton, Iowa, the son of William E. and Lois I. (Horning) Wright. He was united in marriage to Vera M. Ritter on June 2, 1956, in Jefferson, Iowa. Henry and Vera farmed together in Scranton until 1970 when they moved to Dougherty and continued farming until retiring to Lisbon...

Jan 24, 2024

Howard Keith Clayton Jr., 58, of Winterset, passed away unexpectedly on January 24, 2024 at his home.

Howard was born on January 12, 1966 to Howard and Roberta (Morrison) Clayton in Winterset, Iowa. Growing up, he attended school in Winterset and Earlham. He received his Diesel Mechanics Certification from Lincoln Tech. Buzz, as many called...

Jan 24, 2024

Ernest D. Faber, 97, of Perry, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at the Perry Lutheran Home - Eden Acres in Perry.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at First Church of Christ, 310 NW Ash, Ankeny. Burial will follow in Elmwood...

Jan 24, 2024

Remembrance of Sardar Amarjit Singh Ji Walia’s Life.

Sardar Amarjit Singh Ji Walia was born on the 15th of December, 1935 to Sardar Kartar Singh Ji Walia and Sardarni Sumittar Kaur Walia.

Before moving to the United States in 1986, and despite having lost his father at the tender age of...

Jan 23, 2024

Margaret Krauss, 85, of Winterset, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Azria Health Winterset.

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the First Christian Church in Winterset. Family and friends are invited to gather for a time of remembrance one hour prior,...

Jan 23, 2024

Catherine Ann Beach was born on June 13, 1935 to Eli and Irene Iris (Bolger) Rees in Coon Rapids, Iowa. She lived in Coon Rapids, was the second of four children, and graduated from Coon Rapids High School in 1954.

She worked after graduation for Bankers Trust and was later employed at Aid Insurance, Continental...

Jan 23, 2024

Ronda Langworthy, 58, of Granger, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2024 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.

Ronda was born on June 7, 1965 to Willard and Evelyn (Pierce) Flesher in Omaha, NE. She married Darrell Langworthy on June 25, 1988 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Waukee. Ronda and Darrell lived...

Jan 22, 2024

Gladys Mary Torgerson, from Cherokee County, Iowa, passed away from cardiac arrest in Polk County. Cards and flowers are appreciated. Survived by her son: George Torgerson and her brothers and sisters.

A gathering of friends and family will take place from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Caldwell Parrish Funeral...

Jan 21, 2024

Richards funeral service will be live streamed with the link provided: https://vimeo.com/911706685

Richard W. Canham, 63, of West Des Moines, IA passed away after suffering from a heart attack on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville, TX. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday,...

Jan 20, 2024

Robert 'Bob' Henry Muenchrath, originally from Earling, Iowa (born 11/08/1943), died of natural causes January 20th, 2024 at the age of 80 in Des Moines, Iowa. Bob worked for many years at Farm Services Agency and was a member of the Army and Air Force National Guard. In retirement he enjoyed managing three farms in western Iowa.

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Jan 20, 2024

William Francis Heater was born on November 20, 1942 in Jefferson, Iowa to Robert Lacy Heater and Vera Stella (Anschutz) Heater. Bill graduated from Rippey High School in 1961. On November 8, 1959 he was united in marriage to Dolores Caroline Rhoades. The couple was blessed with two sons Douglas and Mark, and a daughter Diane. Bill farmed the...

Jan 19, 2024

Kevin Hines, 72, of Perry, died Friday, January 19, 2024, at his home in Perry.

A Celebration of Life visitation will be from 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm, Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Yale Community Building, 206 N. Main Street, Yale, with military honors rendered at 2:00 pm.

Caldwell Parrish Funeral...

Jan 19, 2024

Donald Polzin, 96, of Des Moines, passed away quietly on Friday, January 19, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family.

Don was born on November 30, 1927 to Alford and Lillian (Danielson) Polzin in Cadott, Wisconsin. He attended high school in Cadott and went on to attend the University of Wisconsin majoring in agriculture...

Jan 18, 2024

Marlys Louise Schulte, 98, passed away on January 19th, 2024 at Deerfield Retirement Community, where she had lived the last many years. Marlys was born in Breda, Iowa on December 20, 1926 to Anton and Lillian Heisterkamp. She was raised in Breda along with her siblings Robert and Eldon.

Marlys married the love of her life, Herbert ...

Jan 18, 2024

Martha Joan Southard, 90, passed away on January 18, 2024 at Kavanaugh House where she had only been for a few hours. Joan was born on October 10,1933 in the home of her maternal grandparents 5 miles southeast of Adel, Iowa, to Ada Darlene (Brown) Wright and Gilbert Edwin Wright. It was on that farm she was raised along...

Jan 16, 2024

E. Jo Randolph, 95, of Des Moines, IA died January 16, 2024, at Fleur Heights Care Center,

where she had been a resident for a few months.

She was born April 28, 1928, in Oak Park, Illinois and grew up in Elmhurst, Illinois. She

attended Webster University for 1 year before...

Jan 15, 2024

The Mass of Christian Burial will be live streamed at the link provided: https://youtube.com/live/XKj3qwJnlic

John Patrick Dorrian, 83, of West Des Moines, IA, passed away Monday, January 15, 2024 at MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center in West Des Moines, IA with his wife by his side. A visitation will be 1:00 P.M. to 4:00...

Jan 15, 2024

Patricia Gleichman, 88, of West Des Moines, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2024 at Harmony in West Des Moines, IA.

Patricia was born on June 5, 1935 to Charles and Helen Meyers and grew up in Solon, IA. She attended the University of Iowa where she met Richard Gleichman from Rockford, IL. They wed...