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Larry Eugene Sorensen
Dec 7, 2023
Larry Eugene Sorensen passed away on December 7, 2023, at his home in Waukee, Iowa. He was born on October 30, 1942, in Ft. Dodge, Iowa to Lawo "Red" and Marian Sorensen. He grew up in Laurens, IA. Larry attended Peru University where he met and married Diana (Ware) Sorensen on May 25th 1968. They both began careers in Sac City,...
Treva Sue Bassett
Dec 5, 2023
Treva Sue Bassett, passed away on December 5, 2023, at the age of 62 in Champaign, Illinois. She was born to Stan Kracht and Beverly Saunders on December 31, 1960, in Denison, Iowa.Treva's commitment and loyalty to her country were evident throughout her military career. She served with honor and distinction, retiring from the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant....
Zhaotian Ma
Nov 21, 2023
Zhaotian Ma, who was born on January 22, 1953 in Shandong, China, passed away at the age of 70 on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at his home in Urbandale, Iowa.
Cremation Rites have taken place.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with his final arrangements.
Theresa Marie Simons
Nov 20, 2023
Theresa Marie Simons, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on November 20, 2023. She was born on May 18, 1961, in Ames, Iowa to Richard and Jacqueline (Hoffman) Lang.Theresa lived a life filled with love, laughter, and joy. She married the love of her life, Nick Simons, on August...
Michael Ryan Ethier
Nov 15, 2023
Michael Ethier was born in Covina, CA on September 15, 1976, to Thomas Ethier and Daylene Tarter. Michael loved baseball and played throughout his middle and high school years earning several mentions in his hometown newspaper. He graduated from Tracy High in 1994 and would go on to join the Army.Secondary to his love and dedication to his daughters, Ashley...
Robert Zdenek Borysek
Oct 12, 2023
Robert Zdenek Borysek, age 88, of Central Iowa, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023 in State Center, Iowa.
Robert was born August 15, 1935 in Horni Nemci, Czechoslovakia to Jan and Ana (Cechova) Borysek. He is survived by his daughters Monica Sims Borysek of Reno, NV and Michelle Borysek of Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents...
Doris Rae Everhard
Oct 7, 2023
Doris Rae Everhard, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at her home in Waukee, Iowa on October 7, 2023. She was born on December 4, 1950, in Charles City, Iowa to Darwin Smith and Vivian (Kerr) Smith.Throughout her working career, Doris dedicated herself to the field of medical transcription and secretarial work. Her commitment and attention...
Carleton Eugene Stoll
Oct 2, 2023
Carleton Eugene Stoll, age 69, of Bondurant, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones by his side on Monday, October 2, 2023.
Visitation will be held Thursday, October 5, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a funeral service being held Friday, October 6, 2023 at 11:00 a.m., both at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 SE Sharon...
John Edward Wasson
Sep 26, 2023
John Edward Wasson was born to Dorothy Ashby and Clarence Wasson on September 27, 1948. He was the second child and only boy with four sisters. He grew up in Burlington, IA, graduating with the class of 1967.
He joined the Navy Sept 28, 1967. He spent basic training in Meridian, MS. He was later assigned to the USS...
Sheri Lyn Boelman
Sep 10, 2023
Sheri Lyn Boelman, age 73, passed away September 10, 2023 at UnityPoint Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Sheri's full obituary is currently being created. Please check back later.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Sheri's final arrangements.
Kristinia Louise Johnson
Sep 1, 2023
Jesus says “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden; nor does anyone light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your...
Bruce Duane Head
Aug 24, 2023
Bruce Duane Head, age 68, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Bruce was born to Wayne and Wanda (Lewis) Head on March 1, 1955, in Iowa City, Iowa. He graduated from Saydel High School before going on to enlist in the U.S. Navy and faithfully serving his country before...
Gary Allan Hough
Aug 21, 2023
Gary and Dawn Hough will be joined together at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery where Gary will receive full military honors during a graveside committal service at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 28, 2023.
Gary Allan Hough was born August 25, 1946 in Denver, Colorado and passed away peacefully at home on August 21, 2023, four days prior to his 77th birthday.
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Thomas R Temple
Aug 14, 2023
Thomas (Tom) R. Temple, age 74, passed away from Glioblastoma at Kavanagh House on August 14, 2023 surrounded by his family.Tom was born on February 2, 1949 in Oak Park, IL. He was the son of Bertram and Betty Temple. Tom was raised in Joliet, IL. He received his undergraduate degree from Northern Illinois University and his professional degrees in...
Francis Eugene Freeborn
Aug 11, 2023
Francis Eugene Freeborn, 86, of Urbandale, Iowa passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, at Cedar Ridge Village in West Des Moines, IA. Francis was born October 17, 1936, in rural Poweshiek County, the son of Lester W. and Vyvenne (Warwick) Freeborn. Francis graduated in 1954 from Barnes City High School.
Francis was a dedicated son, husband, father, stepfather...
Carolyn K Weaver
Aug 10, 2023
Carolyn Kay Cunningham Weaver, who was born on November 4, 1945 at Boone County Hospital in Boone, Iowa to Eleanor Louise McComb and Elmer Joseph Cunningham of Grand Junction, Iowa, passed away at the age of 77 at Cox Medical Center in Springfield, Missouri on Friday, August 10, 2023.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her younger sister, Barbara...
Nancy Lou Honken
Aug 4, 2023
Nancy Lou Honken, 85 of Stoddard, Wisconsin passed away August 4, 2023, surrounded by family and friends. Nancy was born on March 12, 1938, to Jerry and Martha Thompson. Nancy was one of three; one sister and one brother. Her family grew to an additional 12, including half-sisters and brothers.
Nancy graduated from Westby High School in 1955....
Dennis Ray Cooper
Jul 28, 2023
Dennis Cooper, age 72, died on July 28, 2023 at the V.A. Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. Mr. Cooper, better known by friends and family as Coop, is survived by his daughters: Kerry Feldmann, of St. Charles, IA, and Jessica Cooper, of Norwalk, IA. He also has six grandchildren: Caleb Gunderson, Madelyne Feldmann, Brianna Feldmann, Kacie Feldmann, Abrynn...
Gerald "Edd" Edward Bowman
Jul 17, 2023
Gerald Edward Bowman (Edd) was born on June 20, 1950, in Ottumwa, Iowa, and passed on Monday, July 17, 2023 at the age of 73 at Thomas Rest Haven in Coon Rapids, Iowa.
The first child of Loel and Pauline (Hays) Bowman, Edd attended Ottumwa High School, graduating in 1968. He married the girl next door (Diana Cullinan)...
William Lee Erisman
Jul 11, 2023
William Lee Erisman, age 84 of West Des Moines, IA, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA.
Bill was born to Claude and Effie (Debuhr) Erisman on August 1, 1938 in Auburn, NE. He graduated from Bratton Union High School before enlisting and proudly serving his country in the U.S. Navy. ...
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