Mary Lane Kimpston was born on November 14, 1962, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and departed life surrounded by her family on October 20, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa.  She was married to the love of her life, Bruce, for over 39 years. They were college sweethearts, best friends, and soulmates who cherished traveling and enjoying life together. She deeply loved her sisters, Debbie and Kathy, and looked forward to talking with them daily, as well as spending dedicated "sister days” when

Jane Elizabeth (Cox) West of Des Moines, IA, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025 at 96 years old.  Jane was born on September 26, 1929, to Oliver and Bertie (Ziegler) Cox in Trenton, MO. The family later settled in Des Moines where Jane graduated from East High School. Jane married William L. West and together they had three children.  She later married L. Kim West, and they had two children together. Jane was one of six siblings, and they were a very close family thro

Melvin E Holmberg passed away on October 18, 2025. He lived his 85 years of life in Boone Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents Herman and Hedy (Hedevig) Holmberg, 4 sisters Helen (Floyd) Edson, Winona (Noni)/(Clayton) Sawyer, Darlene (Bob) Wullenwaber and Marvel (Joel) Holt, one brother Vern Holmberg. He is survived by his wife Carolynne of 45 years, his brother Marvin and his sister-in-law Barb Holmberg and so very many nieces and nephews. He worked and retired afte

We joyfully remember and celebrate the life of Edward Redalen—a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, mentor, colleague, and friend. His laughter, wisdom, and kindness touched countless lives, and the stories he shared—always rich with warmth and wit—will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.   Ed grew up in Lanesboro, Minnesota, one of six siblings—and perhaps the mischief-maker-in-chief. He loved to recount tales of childhood antics

Karen Louise (Mathis) Ethington September 2, 1939 – October 12, 2025 Karen Louise Ethington, 86, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025. Born on September 2, 1939, in Diagonal, Iowa, Karen spent most of her life on the east side of Des Moines, where she built a life filled with love, laughter, and family. Karen worked for many years starting at Iowa-Des Moines National Bank, then Norwest Bank and Wells Fargo, where she was known for her dedication, ki

Linda “Lyn” Ann Fey, 72, of Johnston, Iowa, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025. She was born on November 6, 1952, in Davenport, Iowa, to Robert John and Margaret Anna Fey. Lyn was a beloved sister, friend, and companion whose warmth and magnetic personality brightened the lives of everyone she met. She worked as a masseuse in Chicago, where her gentle spirit and caring touch brought comfort to many. Lyn’s love of life extended beyond her work—she found great joy in the

Marjorie E. Marmon, age 101, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, at Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation...

Christopher W. Shilhanek, 49, of Indianola, Iowa passed away Monday September 29, 2025, at home. Chris was born and raised in the...

Paul Raymond Davis, 88, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed peacefully into his heavenly home on August 20, 2025, just four days before his 89th...

Richard (Dick) Warthoe Petersen, 96, passed away peacefully of natural causes on September 27th in West Des Moines, Iowa. Born June 4,...

Gary Francis Bright was born on December 15, 1953, in Niagara Falls, New York. He passed away peacefully in his home on September 16,...

Kersensio ( Ker ) Zepeda passed away on September 13, 2025, at the age of 99. He was born in Ennis, TX, to Julian and Juana Zepeda and...

Marlene Sue Carithers Vickstrom, 78, died Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Wesley on Grand, Des Moines, IA, as a result of Lewy-Body...

February 20, 1940 – September 3, 2025 Karen Kay Weilbrenner, 85, of Urbandale, Iowa, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025,...

Captain Donald Curtis Skinner passed away peacefully at home on September 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.   Donald was born on...

Joanne Schuller passed away peacefully at home on August 31, 2025.   She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Joel.  She is...

February 10, 1935 - January 2, 2025 Sandra (Sandy) Leeper, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many, died on...

Judy Kathleen McVey, 77, of Chariton, Iowa, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, at the Kavanaugh Hospice House surrounded by her...

Shelby Kay Elsberry left this earth to go to heaven on August 16, 2025 at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, IA. Born at Mary Greeley...

Juanita (Nita) Irene Havens, born December 14, 1946, in Des Moines, Iowa; she passed away on September 6, 2025. A celebration of life...