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Charles E. Meador
July 3, 2026
Charles Eugene Meador ("Charlie"), age 61, passed away on July 3, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Charlie was born on February 2, 1965, in Corpus Christi, Texas to Terry Eugene Meador and Rita Faye Doerr.
Charlie dedicated his career to the electrical trade as a licensed electrician. At the time of his passing, he was employed as an Energy Marshal for EPI....
Jerry Richard Fouch
July 3, 2026
Jerry Richard Fouch, 74, formerly of Perry, Iowa, and occasionally of England, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 3, 2026.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Violet Hill Cemetery in Perry.
Jerry was born on October 13, 1951, in Perry, Iowa, to Richard and Ruth (Bane) Fouch. He graduated from Perry High School with...
Kathleen Ricker
July 2, 2026
Kathy Ricker, 80, died on July 2nd, 2026 after collapsing because of the aftermath of a heart attack that occurred in June. She was transported to the Emergency Room where Kathy’s wish to decline invasive procedures was honored. Kathy passed peacefully as comfort care was provided.
Kathy spent most of her life as an educator and as a shaper of young...
Dawn M Reed
July 1, 2026
Dawn Reed of West Des Moines, Passed away July 1, 2026.
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Debra "Debbie" Conroy
July 1, 2026
Debra Ronise "Debbie" Conroy passed away on July 1, 2026, after a courageous ten-year journey with dementia, a disease that gradually took so much from her but never diminished the love she inspired in those around her. She was born on June 6, 1956, the youngest child of Ronald and Donna (Herbert) Greenwood.
Debbie is survived by her husband of 25...
Scott Lynn Pair
June 30, 2026
Scotty Lynn Pair, better known to everyone as simply Scott, passed away on June 30, 2026, at the age of 54, at home in Urbandale. Born on August 29, 1971, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Judy Elaine Pair and Bobby Joe Pair, Scott lived a life that was uniquely his own—full of adventure, laughter, stubborn determination, and above all, love.
If...
Amber Wise
June 30, 2026
Amber Michelle Wise, 41, of Winterset passed away on June 30, 2026 after a brief battle with cancer.
Amber was born August 15, 1984, to Tom and Trena Walker. She was raised in Winterset with her siblings, Leah and Craig. She graduated from Winterset High School in 2003. Prior to graduation she started working for Mahle Filter System. She worked in...
Sue Ann Hagedorn
June 30, 2026
Sue Ann Hagedorn passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Walnut Ridge care center at the age of 80. Sue was born on December 3, 1945, in Ottumwa, Iowa and was raised by her mother, Mary (Burke) Klootwyk, and stepfather, Lester Klootwyk.
In 1965, Sue married the love of her life, Dennis Hagedorn, and together they recently celebrated their...
Patrick Woods
June 29, 2026
Patrick "Pat" Woods, 78, of Indianola, Iowa, passed away at his home on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Pat was born on October 31, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Ward and Inez (Farwell) Woods. In February 1974, Pat married Lora Stuart and although they later divorced, they remained friends.
Pat enjoyed life's simple pleasures. He loved playing cards, camping, boating,...
Gerrie Ann Clay
June 29, 2026
Geraldine "Gerrie" Ann Clay, age 89, of Perry, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Gerrie was born on May 11, 1937, in Tomah, Wisconsin, to Charlotte (Field) Honel and Carl Honel. She grew up in Tomah, where she attended school and formed many lifelong friendships that she treasured throughout her life. She graduated from...
Felichia Yvette Smith
June 28, 2026
Felichia Yvette Smith (56) passed away on June 28, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa. A visitation will be held at Christ Apostolic Temple (1230 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA) on June 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. with a funeral service to follow at 12:00 p.m.
MyLife and Times~ Sis. Felichia Y. Imith~I was born January 16th, 1970 in Omaha, Nebraska....
James Richard Beuter
June 28, 2026
James Richard Beuter, 96, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, and man of unwavering faith, Jim lived a life defined by service, hard work, and generosity.Jim was born on October 30, 1929, on the family farm seven miles north of West Branch, Iowa, to Nicholas Bennett Beuter and Margaret Frances (Barry) Beuter....
David John Miller
June 27, 2026
David "Dave" John Miller, 47, of Bouton, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack on Saturday, June 27, 2026, while in Nashville, Tennessee. A Sharing of Memories will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, followed by a Celebration of Life until 7:00 p.m. at Three Sisters Barn in Dallas Center, Iowa. Online condolences may be expressed...
Michele Cardwell
June 26, 2026
Michele Lynn Cardwell, 54 was unexpectedly called home to God on June 26, 2026. She lived her life as a shining example of courage and inner strength drawn from a series of medical challenges. Her love of family drove her, and she drew strength from the love and support of her family and friends.
Michele was born on July 10,...
Ronnie Bane
June 25, 2026
Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Bane, 69, passed away unexpectedly on June 25, 2026, following a tragic farming accident at the farm he loved so dearly. He was born on December 29, 1956, in Reno, Nevada, to Jerry Lee and Wanda Lucille (Davis) Bane.
Ronnie and his twin brother, Randy, made their entrance into the world, joining their one-year-old sister, Theresa (Terri). Ronnie...
Donald Dean Hiddleson
June 25, 2026
Donald Dean Hiddleson, 90, of Ankeny, formerly of Perry, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines.
Donald was born on June 26, 1935, in Rippey, Iowa to Ora and Bessie (Doidge) Hiddleson. He graduated from Rippey High School with the Class of 1953. In 1955, he married his best friend and sweetheart,...
Carol Jean Koepplin
June 25, 2026
Carol Ogren Koepplin passed away on June 25, 2026 at home in Urbandale, Iowa. She was 79 years young. A celebration service will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:00am at St. Stephen Lutheran Church (3510 72nd Street in Urbandale) with a luncheon to follow.
Carol was born on January 2, 1947, in Sidney, Nebraska, to Babe...
Mark Zimmerman
June 24, 2026
Mark Zimmerman (68) passed away on June 24, 2026. Visitation will be held at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale) on July 11, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., with a memorial service to follow at 10:00 a.m.
Mark was born and raised in Marshalltown, Iowa, where he graduated from Marshalltown High School. Following graduation, he...
Gerald Thomas
June 24, 2026
Gerald Dwight Thomas, 94, of Winterset, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at the Madison County Memorial Hospital in Winterset. Gerald was born July 9, 1931, to Eldon and Beulah (Eyerly) Thomas. Gerald graduated from Winterset High School and has been a resident of Winterset ever since.
Gerald honorably served on active duty in the United States Marine Corps from December...
John Rivas Jr.
June 24, 2026
John Rivas Jr., 96 peacefully passed away on Wednesday June 24, 2026. John was born March 26, 1930 in Des Moines Iowa, where he was a life long resident. He was a loving husband and father who worked hard to provide for his family. John enjoyed sports, and was a avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes. John was proceeded in...
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