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Micah Green
Micah Daniel Green was born October 4,1972, in Houston, Texas, and peacefully passed away April 1, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa. Micah was an active child, running around the house and jumping off furniture until an awkward jump resulted in a broken foot. Like many of us, Micah loved Star Wars. Many days of his youth were filled having light saber fights with plastic bats. From his early years through adulthood, he collected cards, posters and figures, putting them on his wa
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Joe Coverdell
Joe Coverdell, a lifelong resident of Iowa, went home to God, our loving Father in Heaven, having known a life filled with love, admiration, and success. Joe was deeply loved by his family and many, many friends. He was a talented and respected musician, a skilled gardener, and a dedicated concrete and cement business owner. Joe had a passion for teaching and took great pride in sharing his many talents with others. He mentored and inspired countless family members and friend
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Dennis Michael Terry
Dennis Michael Terry was born on 12-5-1950 in Des Moines, Iowa to William and Florina Terry. Denny was not expected to live. Denny passed away at 75 years old at University Park Nursing. Denny’s father passed away when he was very young. His mother cared for him till she was 95 years old. He was also cared for and supported by his Uncle Leonard and Mamie Picucci. Denny was an avid Hawkeye fan, loved Dean Martin music and his daily Pepsi. Denny lived 10 years under the ca
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Peggy Jo Henning
Easter Sunday 2026, the Lord called home our most beloved Peggy Jo Henning on the celebration of His greatest day, a fitting and meaningful moment for a life so full of faith and love. Peg was born in Des Moines on June 5, 1952, to Betty and Owen Daly. She was an incredible wife to her husband, Tim, a devoted mother to Nicole, and a loving mother-in-law to Tim McFarland. She was also a very proud and cherished grandmother to Mackenzie and Allie McFarland. Peg truly person
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Jack Menter
Jack Menter died on April 8th, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. He passed peacefully surrounded by his wife Rachel and son Jason. Jack was born on February 16th, 1957, in Marshalltown to Jess Menter and Lois (McMahon) Haskel. Jack grew up in Albion where he learned the value of hard work. After attending Albion and Marshalltown schools, he started his career at Iowa Wholesale. Over a decade behind the counter and on the road delivering plumbing supplies all ove
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David Stott Walker
David Stott Walker, 84 , passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026, at the Good Samaritan Home in Indianola. David was born on February 24, 1941, in Manchester, England, to David and Alice Walker. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, LaDonna, and his daughter, Lynette. He leaves behind a loving family who will forever hold him in their hearts: his daughter Denise Morris (Tim); his grandson, Riley Morris; and his granddaughter, Morgan. He is also survived by his si
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Karen K. Fry
Karen K. Fry was born on May 15, 1939, at Mary Greeley hospital in Ames, Iowa and passed away on April 5, 2026, at Unity Point hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. She loved her parrots and Gracie her dog. Karen worked as a Unit Clerk at Unity Point in ICU, CCU and SICU. She loved her job and worked there over 20 years before retiring. Surviving family includes daughters Marilyn Fry and Nancy Vanderhaar, sisters Shirley and George Rutter, Judy Erickson, Sandra McCauley, and brothers
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Capt. Dennis Lee Anderson USN(Ret.) D.O.
Dennis Lee Anderson arrived in Jesus’ presence, hearing “Well done, good and faithful servant” on March 4th, 2026. Denny continues to be loved by his wife of 56 years, Linda Gruver Anderson, his two sons, Eric (Roberta), and Bryan (Rochelle) along with seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Denny was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter. Born on August 2nd, 1943, to Virgina and Pat Anderson, Denny graduated from Drake University in 1967 and Des Moines
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David Lawrence McGrath
David Lawrence McGrath, 70, was born on June 15, 1955, in Utica, Missouri, and passed away on April 2, 2026, in Greenfield, Iowa, at Greenfield Rehabilitation and Nursing Home. David’s love for life was contagious. He inspired those around him with his devotion to his grandchildren and his two loyal companions, Lulu and Whiskey. He found great joy in sharing adventures with his wife, Elaine, whether reeling in a big catch, perfecting his golf swing with his boys, or creating
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Keith Linden Goor
Keith Linden Goor passed away on March 31, 2026, while in the loving care of the Kavanagh Hospice House, Des Moines, Iowa, where he was visited by cherished family, friends and former co-workers. Keith was born on October 8, 1963, in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, to June Isabelle Goor and Kenneth Charles Goor. He is survived by his siblings: Kenneth Eldon Goor, Kathleen Goor-Geressu, Rosemary Wylie, Jesse Anderson, and Arlene Bennett. Keith loved music—he was selected for th
Apr 4


Brian Jason Mackan
Brian Jason Mackan, 43, passed away on March 12, 2026, at his residence in Ft. Madison, Iowa. He was born on October 23, 1982, in Red Bank, New Jersey, while his father was stationed at Fort Monmouth. Brian lived in various nearby towns in Washington and while working as a guard at Fort Lewis, Washington, he was selected to attend the Department of Defense Police Academy at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, where he excelled both academically and physically. He took great pride in
Apr 3


Val Douglas Stromer
Val Douglas Stromer , 86, of Alleman, went to his heavenly home on April 1, 2026, due to prolonged congestive heart failure. Val was born in Hancock County, Iowa, on January 30, 1940, the second of four sons born to Verna Mae (Alfred) and Werner (Vern) Stromer. He grew up on his family’s farm just north of the original Stromer farmstead near Klemme, Iowa. As a boy, Val helped his parents with his father’s businesses and hobbies, which included making pony carts, farming, and
Apr 3


Mary Cline
Mary Frances (Forsyth) Cline Mary Cline, 65, of Winterset passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at home after a short battle with lung and brain cancer. There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, May, 9th from 3-5 at Middle River Park (Canoe Landing) South of Winterset on Clark Tower Rd. Mary Frances Forsyth was born December 14, 1960 to Wilbur and Louise Forsyth in Dallas County. Mary graduated from Winterset High School in 1979. Mary lived and worked in the co
Apr 3


Jonathan Kurtt Gleason
Jonathan Kurtt Gleason, age 61, of Granger, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on March 29, 2026, at home with his loving wife, Julie, and son, Noah, by his side. To celebrate Jon's life, a memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 18th, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 8301 NW Aurora Ave., Urbandale, IA 50322, with Pastor Ben Johnson officiating. Family and friends are invited from 9:00-10:45 a.m. for fellowship at the church prior to the service. A rece
Apr 3


Ronald DeGroot
Ronald was born on June 21st, 1961, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He died on March 30th, 2026, at his home in Nevada, Iowa surrounded by his family. Ron grew up in Sioux City, Iowa and graduated from West High School in 1980. In his younger years, he frequented rock concerts, attended Job Corps, and moved throughout several states, settling down in central Iowa after meeting his wife, Cheri. Ron was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He took great pride in suppo
Apr 3


Dan Wooldridge
Dan Wooldridge, resident of West Des Moines, IA, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the age of 67 after a thirteen-month battle with brain cancer. Daniel Eugene Wooldridge was born May 4, 1958, in Perry, Iowa. He graduated from High School in Winterset, Iowa, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Business and Management from Iowa State University in 1981, where he was a proud member of the SAE (Sigma Alpha Epsilon) fraternity. Dan was raised a Christi
Apr 1


Michael Vincent Nestico-Brown
Michael Vincent Nestico-Brown, 64 of Des Moines, Iowa passed away on March 05, 2026. Michael was born on Mother’s Day, May 14, 1961, in Detroit, Michigan, but home was California where he grew up and spent his early adult years. Iowa became his new home where he loved the four seasons, and he remained here until he passed away at home from Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Michael was an amazing man with a loving, kind heart and a beautiful spirit. He touched the hearts of many pe
Mar 24


Frank Greco
July 26, 1947 – March 19, 2026 Frank Greco, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at the age of 78, surrounded by the family he spent his lifetime nurturing and protecting. A graduate of Lincoln High School, Frank’s lifelong love story began early when he married his high school sweetheart, Mary Anne. Together, they built a life rooted in Des Moines, welcoming their son, Christopher, in 1971. Frank and Mary Anne's bond was an inspiration to all who knew them, lasting
Mar 23


Kay A. Wulf
Kay Ava (Ginter) Wulf was born on April 23, 1942 in Rapid City, South Dakota and passed away with family beside her on March 20, 2026 at Kavanaugh House in Des Moines, Iowa. Kay loved growing up on a ranch near Faith, South Dakota, riding her favorite horse Blondie. She married the love of her life, Frederick Wulf, on March 9, 1958 in Sturgis, South Dakota. They moved to Boone, Iowa in 1966 where Kay remained until December 2025 when she moved to Altoona, IA. Kay loved to s
Mar 23


Janette (Stevens) Kozeliski
Janette (Stevens) Kozeliski of Des Moines, Iowa passed away March 18th, 2026, at age 64. Janette was born on June 3rd, 1961, in Des Moines to Betty and Paul Stevens. As a child, she spent a lot of time outdoors and particularly enjoyed going to Lake Rathbun to camp and boat with her family. After graduating from Abraham Lincoln High school in 1980, Janette went on a trip to Hawaii with her mom that she often reminisced about years later. As an adult, Janette began working
Mar 21
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