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Hal Scripps Chase
May 22, 2025
Hal Scripps Chase was born in Des Moines, Iowa, March 3rd, 1943, the same day as his maternal grandfather, Harry Birkholm known as “Big” Skipper, because of his career as the captain of maritime ships on the US west coast. Hence, Hal grew up as “Skipper” to his family and friends.
Hal’s mother, Barbara Cox Birkholm, the oldest child of Elsie...
Mary Marie Negrete
Jun 3, 2025
Mary Marie Negrete (88) passed away on June 3, 2025. A visitation will be held on Monday, June 9, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church (2926 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310). A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment will follow...
Abigail "Gail" Salazar
Jun 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Abigail “Gail” Salazar of Perry, Iowa, who left us on June 2, 2025, just one day after her 68th birthday.
Gail was a woman of remarkable spirit—funny, wise, full of life, and endlessly compassionate. She gave generously of her time, her laughter, and her love. Her presence was a gift to everyone who...
Harold Dean Towne Jr.
Jun 1, 2025
Harold Dean Towne Jr, (66) passed away on June 1, 2025. A celebration of life event is planned for a later date. Check back for updates and a complete obituary.
Cynthia Louise Ransom
May 31, 2025
Cynthia “Cindy” Louise Ransom, age 78, of Waukee, Iowa, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025, in Des Moines. Born on April 2, 1947, in Ohio to James “Frank” and Ida “Jane” (Piper) Crain, Cindy lived a life grounded in service to others, love for her family, and dedication to education.
Cindy grew up in Ohio and, after completing high school,...
Donna Sue Sharon
May 29, 2025
Donna “Sue” Sharon, age 88, of West Des Moines, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025. Born in Des Moines, Iowa, on February 10, 1937, she was the daughter of Donald and Marian (née Disbrow) Berry.
Sue grew up in Des Moines and graduated from East High School. Driven by a desire to help others, she pursued her nursing education at...
Vicki (Allen) Dickinson
May 29, 2025
Vicki (Allen) Dickinson, age 75, of Des Moines, passed away peacefully at home on May 29, 2025. The family is deeply saddened by the loss of her. She was born on May 27, 1950 in Winterset, IA, the daughter of James and Virgie (Field) Allen.
Vicki grew up in Winterset and was a 1968 graduate of Winterset High School. She married...
Beverly Jean Nelsen
May 28, 2025
Beverly Jean Nelsen, 90, passed away on May 28th, 2025 at Southfield Wellness Community in Webster City, Iowa. She was born on February, 5th, 1935 in Coon Rapids. She was the daughter of Thomas and Goldie (Pierson) Pittman.
In 1950 she married the love of her life, Raymond Nelsen. Raymond and Beverly enjoyed many wonderful years together dancing and riding their...
Mary Petro
May 28, 2025
Mary Petro, a beacon of kindness and warmth, graced this world from August 25, 1954, until her peaceful passing on May 28, 2025. Born in Saint Joseph, Missouri, Mary carried the spirit of her roots with her, no matter where life led her.
A devoted daughter of John and Wanda Miller, she grew into a remarkable woman known for her welcoming...
Michael Carver
May 27, 2025
Michael Carver (83) passed away on May 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A visitation will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church (3663 66th St, Urbandale, IA 50322) on July 2, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a funeral mass to follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held at McDivitt Grove Cemetery (7001 Meredith...
Larry Lee Rains
May 26, 2025
Larry Rains, 87, passed away peacefully at home on May 26, 2025, after a long battle with Lewy body dementia. He was born on November 18, 1937, in Guthrie Center, Iowa, to Walter and Francis Rains.
Larry spent his early years in and around Guthrie Center, attending various schools as his family moved throughout the area. In eighth grade, the family...
Mary Edith Gibson
May 23, 2025
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday”
Mary Edith Gibson, age 80 of West Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025.
Mary was born on July 6, 1944, in Des Moines, Iowa. She spent the past 28 years residing in Florida, where she retired from the Hernando County Health Department. Mary was known for her...
Tam V Le
May 22, 2025
Tam V Le (67) passed away on May 22, 2025. on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Road, Urbandale, Iowa 50322) A funeral service will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. with a visitation break from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. The family requests that monetary donations be directed to the...
Michelle K. Adams
May 22, 2025
Michelle Adams, 65, of Patterson, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at her home.
Michelle Kay was born in Waterloo, Iowa on August 1, 1959, the daughter of Dennis Stacey and Jeanette (Stanhope) Moore. She worked for Tyson Foods in Waterloo for 10 years and made Patterson her home for the last 15 years.
Michelle enjoyed crocheting, often crafting beautiful...
Mary C. Ockerman
May 22, 2025
Mary C. Ockerman, a vibrant and nurturing soul, was born on August 26, 1945, in Mason City, Iowa, and she gracefully departed this world on May 22, 2025, in Adel, Iowa, following a long-fought battle with cancer. Mary was a beacon of warmth and compassion, known for her adventurous spirit and a heart that embraced all those who crossed her...
Racheal Awul Kur
May 21, 2025
In Loving Memory of Racheal Awul Kur -
At the break of dawn on January 21, 1998, in the heart of Ethiopia, a light entered the world—gentle, radiant, and full of promise. That light was Racheal Awul Kur, the beloved daughter of Rebecca Lueth and Kur Angeth. From the very beginning, Racheal carried within her a quiet strength and an unshakable...
Kathleen Boudewyns Letz
May 21, 2025
Surrounded by her family, Kathleen Boudewyns Letz, 79, went home peacefully to be with our Lord on May 21, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, nana, teacher, and friend. Kathy enriched the lives of so many with her unwavering, vibrant spirit, kindness, and abiding faith.
Kathy is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Corinne Boudewyns, and her first grandchild that...
Leon Phillips
May 21, 2025
Leon Phillips, 89, of Peru, Iowa, passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
Leon was born on December 20, 1935, to Paul and Berniece (Sawhill) Phillips. He started school in Peru and graduated from Truro High School in 1954. He lived his entire lifetime around the Peru area.
On August 15, 1965, Leon and Donna Lee Warren were married...
Mary Ann Kelly
May 21, 2025
Mary Ann's funeral service will be livestreamed with the link provided: https://player.vimeo.com/video/1088140397
Mary Ann Kelly passed away on May 21, 2025, in Clive, Iowa. Born in DeWitt, Iowa, she graduated from Monmouth High School in Illinois before pursuing a nursing degree at Marycrest College (St. Ambrose) in Davenport, Iowa.
During her senior year of college, Mary finally said "yes" to Don Kelly,...
Jean Winebrenner
May 20, 2025
Jean Winebrenner, 78, of Peru, passed away at her home peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Born Doris Jean Thomas, on April 7, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa, the daughter of Laurence (Bill) and Velma (Harpole) Thomas. She graduated from Orient-Macksburg High School in 1965. On November 3, 1968, she was united in marriage to Richard Winebrenner, in Rhode Island. Together,...
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