OBITUARIES

Jun 3, 2023

Sammuel Cluts was born on April 14, 1928 to John Samuel Cluts and Mary M (Thomas) Cluts in the small farming community of Panora, IA. He was the youngest of seven children and the only boy. Sam attended a one room school house until he went to high school in Redfield, IA.

It was in...

Jun 3, 2023

Barbara J. Youngkin, 69, passed away on June 3, 2023. She was born on March 25, 1954 to Elzy and Frances “Watters” Youngkin in Des Moines, Iowa. She dedicated her career to the City of Des Moines as a Secretary.

Barb’s fascination with miniatures began at a young age. She had an uncanny ability to...

Jun 2, 2023

Randy Dean Clark was born on June 12, 1964 in Des Moines to Lawrence and Helen (Barker) Clark. He attended school in Madrid then graduated High School in Des Moines. Randy was a proud four-year veteran of the United States Navy. He served on the USS Carl Vinton aircraft carrier. Randy enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, shooting guns, playing cribbage,...

May 30, 2023

Mary Theresa Wiemann, beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at the age of 86, in the comfort of her home in Urbandale.

Visitation for Mary will be on Monday, June 5, 2023 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3663 66th...

May 29, 2023

Steven Bever, age 63 of Des Moines, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023, at the UnityPoint Hospice Taylor House in Des Moines, IA. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Perry. Visitation will be on Friday, June 2, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the...

May 29, 2023

Dallas Adrienne Davis, 91, passed away on May 29, 2023.  She was born on February 21, 1932, to Donald and Helen (Arnes) Meighan in Austin, MN.

Dallas grew up in Austin and after graduation from High School worked for the Chamber of Commerce in Austin.  One day the Manager of her department who oversaw the...

May 28, 2023

Greg Lee Thompson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected member of the community, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines. Born on March 21, 1954, in Charles City, he was the son of Max and Ruth (McRoberts) Thompson.

Greg's journey began in Cedar Falls, where he graduated...

May 27, 2023

Pamela Ann Ellis, 75 of Redfield passed away peacefully on May 27th, 2023 at MercyOne Medical Center surround by her family.   She had battled renal failure for approximately 3 years, having dialysis 3 days a week.  This took a major toll on her but she fought like a trooper.  We did find out just before her passing that she...

May 26, 2023

Chris Lyn Jensen passed away Friday May 26, 2023, peacefully in his sleep at home. His family will host a Celebration of Life for Chris at the Elks Lodge in Perry on July 9, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Online condolences may left at www.carrisfuneralhome.com. Chris Lyn Jensen was born on April 6, 1956, at Emmetsburg, Iowa...

May 25, 2023

Doris Anne Weber, 85, of Ankeny, Iowa passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa.

Doris was born at home on the family farm in rural Ringold County, Iowa on September 25, 1937 to Virgil and Waitstill Reynolds. She grew up in Thayer, Iowa along with her three...

May 24, 2023

William 'Bill' Purcell, a dedicated patriot, loving family man, and lifelong learner, passed away at the VA Hospital in Des Moines. Born on April 12, 1951, to Lemuel and Mary Jo (Maxwell) Purcell, Bill leaves behind a legacy of service, education, and a passion for hobbies that brought him joy.

After graduating from high school,...

May 24, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Patrick Prescott, who departed this world on May 24th, 2023, at the age of 50. Born on July 10, 1972, in El Paso, Texas, Patrick was the son of Donald Prescott and Roxie Culp.

Patrick will forever be remembered for his heart full of...

May 24, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Diana M. Countryman, a remarkable woman who embraced her role as a mother and grandmother with unwavering love and dedication, and whose friendship touched the lives of all who knew her. She departed from this world on May 24, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, compassion, and...

May 23, 2023

Ronald Rustan, age 83, of St. Charles, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at his home. Known to many as Father or Ronnie, he was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of those around him in countless ways.

Born on August 1, 1939 to Gyle and Nettie (Logsdon) Rustan, Ronnie had an...

May 23, 2023

Sheila Algreen passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at her home at the age of 89, just a month before getting to celebrate her 90th birthday bash. She felt blessed to be able to live in her own home and often said, “It takes a village to keep an old lady in her home.”

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May 22, 2023

Darlene Mae Davis was born January 25, 1942 in Omaha, Nebraska to Alva P. Davis and Leola Hansen Davis. She graduated from Omaha High School in 1960. Then Darlene moved to Iowa. She worked as a housekeeper and a desk clerk at the Perry CAB (aka Hotel Pattee). She met Donald Lawrence and the two were united in marriage....

May 22, 2023

Margaret "Maggie" Ann Clark, 88, of Prairie City died May 22, 2023, at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines. Maggie was born December 19, 1934, in Des Moines to Frank and Margaret (Walsh) Millburn. She graduated from Colfax High School on May 26, 1953.

Maggie was united in marriage to Duane Clark on May 27,...

May 21, 2023

Marilyn Jean Bass Smith was born May 6, 1930 in Red Oak, Iowa.  She was reared on a farm with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bass along with her sisters Carolyn and Shirley.  In 1943, she won the Montgomery County Spelling Bee and placed 5th in the Iowa State Championship.  Spelling was something Jean loved.  Following graduation, Jean...

May 19, 2023

Francis Wayne Aldrich, 88, of rural Adel passed away Friday, May 19, 2023.  Wayne was born November 17, 1934 on the family farm in Dallas County to Orlo and Mabel (Addy) Aldrich.  He was one of seven siblings in a large farming family.  He graduated in 1952 from Redfield High School after attending country school through 8th grade.  In...

May 18, 2023

Gerald "Gary" K. Erickson, Jr., 74, of Panama City Beach, FL and formerly of Des Moines, passed away on May 18, 2023, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines.

A Memorial Service for Gary will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Morning Star Assisted Living’s Chapel, 525 S. 60th St., West Des Moines...