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Sandra Kae Hinrichs
Sep 27, 2024
Sandra Kae Hinrichs, 72, died Friday, September 27th, 2024 in West Des Moines, IA.
Sandra (Sandee) Kae Hinrichs was born April 16, 1952 in Bismarck, ND, to Martin and Arlene Landgrebe. She spent her younger years in Carson and Dickinson, ND before moving to Mohall, ND where she graduated high school. She received her bachelor's degree in elementary education from the...
Keith John Larson
Sep 27, 2024
Keith John Larson, born on May 3, 1949, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, passed away at his home on September 27, 2024, in Waukee, Iowa. A dedicated and passionate professional, Keith worked for PPG Industries throughout his career, retiring at the age of 55. He began his journey at a PPG paint store, where he demonstrated remarkable talent and ambition. Over the...
Brady James Whittle
Sep 25, 2024
Brady James Whittle, age 26, who was born on February 26, 1998 in Cedar City, Utah, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in Waukee, Iowa.
No services are scheduled and cremation rites have taken place.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Brady's final arrangements.
Kolby Joseph Drees
Sep 22, 2024
Kolby Joseph Drees (38), known for his good-hearted and fun personality, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024 in a tragic car accident in Bondurant, Iowa.
Kolby was born on January 29, 1986, to Kevin Drees and Lori (Loew) Russell in Des Moines, IA. After Kolby graduated from Norwalk High School in 2004, he went on to study Information Technology...
Michael Donald Davies
Sep 11, 2024
Michael Donald Davies, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Clive, Iowa on September 11, 2024, with his beloved wife Vicky by his side. Born on April 23, 1958, in Blue Island, Illinois, Michael's life was marked by a commitment to both his family and his profession as a skilled chemist and entrepreneur.
Michael dedicated...
Dnyaneshwar Aburao Hulawale
Sep 4, 2024
Dnyaneshwar Aburao Hulawale, age 70, of India, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Dnyaneshwar has been cremated and will be laid to rest in his home country of India.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with his final arrangements.
Dakota Marty Fay
Sep 3, 2024
Dakota Marty Fay, born on September 6, 1992, in Vernal, Utah, passed away on September 3, 2024, in Madrid, Iowa. Dakota was a beloved son, husband, brother, grandson, and friend who leaves behind a legacy of kindness, inspiration and passion.
Dakota cultivated his skill set under the guidance of his godfather, Troy Smith, beginning at the age of 15. He demonstrated...
Paul Alvin Corbin
Aug 5, 2024
Paul Alvin Corbin, who was born on October 2, 1941 in Ida Grove, passed away at the age of 82 on Monday, August 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Ida Grove.
In keeping with Paul's wishes, no services will be held and a private family burial will be held at a later date.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation...
Harold Wayne Westra
Jul 28, 2024
Dr. Harold Wayne Westra, 85, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2024. He was born September 12, 1938, in Hull, Iowa to Henry and Tena (Brunsting) Westra and was raised on a farm near Hull Iowa.
Harold attended Hull Iowa Public Schools and later farmed with his father before attending Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa. He met the love of...
JoAnn Mae Belling
Jul 25, 2024
JoAnn Mae (Hanson) Belling was born March 30, 1939 to Mabel (Hedin) and Clifford Hanson in Roseau, MN. She passed away in West Des Moines, IA on July 25, 2024 at 85.
She was taught by her mother through 8th grade as she attended schools in Roseau, Euclid and Owatonna. She graduated from Mapleton High School in 1956 as Valedictorian. She...
Leland Eugene Perkins
Jul 22, 2024
Leland Eugene Perkins was born December 15th, 1943, to Shirley (Elmore) and Marvin Perkins in Corydon, Iowa. He passed away July 22nd, 2024, in San Juan Tx at the age of 80.
He attended Cambria elementary and Junior High and completed his high school education at Cambria/Corydon high school in 1962.
In his early years of life, he grew up on a...
Jane McAtee
Jul 22, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jane Ruth McAtee, who departed from this world on July 22, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa. Jane was born on October 20, 1947 and grew up in Dexter, Iowa.
Jane graduated Dexfield High School in 1965, laying the foundation for her future accomplishments. She led a fulfilling career and retired...
Richard "Dick" W. Glenn
Jul 20, 2024
Richard William Glenn passed away at Kavanagh Hospice House on 20 Jul 2024. He was the son of Clifford William Glenn and Ruth Fern (Poffenberger) Glenn, born at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines where his mother had earned her RN diploma.
The family settled in West Des Moines where he was a student from Kindergarten through graduation in 1957 from Valley...
Dorothy Ort
Jul 15, 2024
Dorothy Ann Ort, age 82, passed away on July 15, 2024, at MercyOne West Lakes Medical Center in West Des Moines. She was born to Burney and Mary Ann Ort in Lake City, Iowa on April 15, 1942.
Throughout her life, Dorothy was known for being very sociable - never meeting a stranger and always bringing warmth to all those around...
Mary M Cross
Jul 14, 2024
If you can picture the kindest and most selfless person, with boundless energy and an exceptional sense of humor, then you are picturing Mary Cross. Her family and friends celebrate her amazing life and her positive impact on everyone who knew her.
Mary Margaret (Wakehouse) Cross passed away on July 14, 2024 at her home in West Des Moines, IA. Mary...
Cynthia Beth Corsi
Jun 28, 2024
Cynthia Beth Corsi, who was born on Long Island in New York on March 13, 1940, passed away at the age of 74 at her home on June 18, 2024 in Waukee, Iowa.
Cynthia has been cremated. No services are currently planned.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Cynthia's final arrangements.
Betty Jo DeWitt
Jun 18, 2024
Betty Jo DeWitt, a loving wife, dedicated mother, and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 18, 2024, in Waukee, Iowa. She was born on June 6, 1939, in Bonaparte, Iowa, to William Lee and Lorene (Wilson) Chapman.
Betty graduated from Bonaparte High School. She would go on to build a successful career as...
Hilda J Aplin
Jun 15, 2024
Hilda June Aplin passed away on June 15, 2024 at Kavanagh House on 56th, surrounded by her loving family in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born to J.T. and Magelene Doss on June 7, 1944, in Lafayette, Tennessee.
Throughout her life, Hilda was known for her dedication to her work and her passion for helping others. Her career as a Sales...
Jared Nielsen, M.D.
Jun 14, 2024
Jared Steven Nielsen was born on August 21st, 1972 in Florissant, MO. He graduated from this life on Friday, June 14th, 2024 from Pancreatic Cancer at the age of 51. His Funeral will be held on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024 at 10:00 am at 400 SE Pleasant View Drive Waukee Iowa available to watch until July 22, 2024 via
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Rene Orellana Castillo
Jun 9, 2024
Rene Orellana Castillo, who was born on April 11, 1948 in San Salvador, El Salvador, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024 at MercyOne West Lakes in West Des Moines, Iowa. He was 76.A visitation will be held Monday, June 10, 2024 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Ernst Funeral Home in Waukee, He will be laid to rest during a...
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