OBITUARIES

Qunisha Cole

Dec 3, 2023

On February 28, 1980 in Muskogee, Oklahoma, God blessed Jacqueline Ross and Michael Cole with a beautiful baby girl who they named Qunisha LaDonna.  Her family and friends lovingly called her Peaches.  Peaches peacefully received her crown on December 3, 2023 surrounded by family members at University of Iowa Hospital.

Peaches spent many wonderful summers...

David Clifford Grieser

Dec 3, 2023

Dave died Dec. 3, 2023 after completing 76 trips around the sun.

He leaves behind his wife, Judy Grieser, with whom he eloped on Valentine’s Day, 1969; daughter Heather Grieser-Yoder, granddaughter Reagan Adele Grieser Yoder, and grandson Cyrus David Grieser-Yoder; son Shannon Grieser and granddaughter Madison Henderson; son Corey Grieser and grandson Oliver Grieser; sisters...

Martin Mcgrane

Dec 2, 2023

Our family has lost a shining light. With a hole in our hearts, we share the sad news that Martin Edward McGrane, 80, of West Des Moines, Iowa, passed away in his sleep on Saturday, December 2, 2023.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Caldwell Parrish Funeral...

Mary Frances Pietig

Dec 1, 2023

Mary Fran Pietig, 82, passed away on December 1, 2023.  She was born on April 4, 1941 to the late Philip and Mary Louise (Saucier) Schlueter in Omaha, NE.  Mary Fran married Ray Paul Pietig on October 8, 1960 and they were blessed to share 63 beautiful years together.

Mary Fran made a loving home...

Carolyn Sue Carris

Dec 1, 2023

Carolyn Carris, age 86 of Jefferson and formerly of Perry, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023, at her home in Jefferson, Iowa. Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Carris Family Funeral Home & Cremation Care in Perry with a service held at 7:00 p.m. Interment will be in the...

Joseph Bosworth

Dec 1, 2023

Joseph Bruce Bosworth, known as “Bruce” was born on March 22, 1933, to Joseph and Gladys Bosworth. One of five children: Allen (Marlene), Janet “Mitzie” (Curt) Fronke and twin brothers Robert (Janet), and Richard (Rose).

He attended Plankinton High School and later the University of South Dakota at Vermillion, but his true preparations were deeply...

Lucinda Kay Gloshen

Nov 30, 2023

Lucinda Kay Gloshen, 74, of Des Moines, IA, passed away, Thursday, November 30, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her family. Cremation rites have been accorded. Online condolences may be sent to www.caldwellparrish.com

Lucinda was born to Daryl and Louise Fetters in Des Moines on October 9, 1949. She graduated from Flour Bluff High School...

Donna Marie Royer

Nov 30, 2023

In Loving Memory of Donna M. Royer Donna Marie Royer, a beloved sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, wife, and friend, graced this world with her presence on August 10, 1935, in Perry, Iowa. Her life, rich in love, dedication, and a unique spirit, came to a peaceful close on November 30, 2023. Donnas early years were devoted to nurturing her...

Kelly Bain

Nov 29, 2023

Kelly Bain, 72, of St. Charles, passed away at his home on November 29, 2023.

Kelly was adopted at birth by Archie and Fayne (Goff) Bain on April 9, 1951 in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from East High School and soon after went to work at Northwestern Bell. Following his time with the telephone...

Ron Grose

Nov 28, 2023

Ron Grose, 85, of Macksburg, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at the Madison County Memorial Hospital in Winterset.

Ronald James Grose was born in Madison County, Iowa on March 20, 1938, the son of Rosco and Ida (Smith) Grose. He graduated from Van Meter High School in 1956. He was united in marriage to...

Sara Gwinn

Nov 28, 2023

Sara Gwinn, 52, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on November 28, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1971 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Sara was a vibrant soul whose smile and laughter would illuminate any room. She was exceptionally creative in how she thought and tastefully put things together. Her wisdom...

Justus James Williams

Nov 28, 2023

Justus Williams, age 23 of Perry, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, in Perry, Iowa. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Carris Family Funeral Home & Cremation Care in Perry. Memorials will be given to family and may be left at the Carris Family Funeral Home & Cremation Care....

Francis Faust

Nov 28, 2023

Francis Faust, 89, of Dexter, passed away surrounded by family Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at MercyOne Medical Center in West Des Moines, Iowa.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2023, at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, Winterset Chapel, Winterset, IA. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday,...

Dorothy Howard

Nov 27, 2023

Dorothy Howard, 91, of Dallas Center, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023 at Spurgeon Manor in Dallas Center.

Funeral services will take place at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 30, 2023 at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home with visitation being held one hour prior beginning at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow in the Laurel Hill Cemetery....

Betty Joanne Warner

Nov 27, 2023

Betty Joanne Warner graced the world with her presence on January 7th, 1932. Born in Sioux City, Iowa her childhood unfolded like a tapestry of unique tales, leaving those who listened to her reminiscences in a state of wonder.

Betty's dear friend Mitzi Warner played matchmaker, introducing her to the love of her life, Mitzi’s...

Nancy Louise Holloway

Nov 25, 2023

Nancy Louise Holloway, 74, of Grimes, Iowa passed away peacefully on November 25, 2023.

Nancy was born in Barnesville, Ohio on April 28, 1949 to Leland Hannahs and Dorothy Delong, and lived in Ohio until 2003 when she moved to Iowa to be near her daughter, Darla. She worked in various jobs and was also...

Nancy Yowar Deah

Nov 24, 2023

Nancy Deah, 63, of Sioux City, died Friday, November 24, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospital in Sioux City.

A visitation will be Friday, December 15, 2023 from 9:30 am until the time of service at 10:30 am at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, 8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale.  Burial will follow in Glendale Cemetery.

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Esther G. Weaver

Nov 23, 2023

Esther Genevieve (Heggen) Weaver was born on August 12, 1919 in Badger, Iowa to Ole Jr. and Isabelle (Warren) Heggen. She was the valedictorian of her graduating class in 1938 at Callender High School. She earned a scholarship and gave it to her sister Inez "Oletta". Esther exchanged love letters with James Henry Keith Weaver during World War II...

John W Hoyem

Nov 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...

Monsignor Frank Ernest Chiodo

Nov 23, 2023

Monsignor Frank E. Chiodo passed peacefully into Eternal Life with the Lord our God early Thanksgiving morning, November 23, 2023 after two and a half years of battling cancer. A Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 3, 2023, with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m., at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian...