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Twyla Irene Martin
Feb 14, 2024
Twyla Irene Martin, age 93, passed away on February 14, 2024, at Golden Horizons Assisted Living in Ida Grove, Iowa. She was born on February 26, 1930 on the family farm in rural Hancock, IA to Mervin and Rena (Heft) Martin. Twyla attended country school and was baptized at the Hancock United Methodist Church. During her childhood, Twyla had a...
Helen Jeanette Harris
Feb 12, 2024
Helen Jeanette Harris, lovingly known as Jeanette, passed away peacefully at her home in West Des Moines, Iowa, on February 12, 2024. She was surrounded by her devoted family, a testament to the kind of person she was and the impact she had on those around her.
Born on July 1, 1933, in Caribou, Maine, Jeanette was the daughter of Joseph...
Lillie Ann Bixler
Jan 25, 2024
Lillie Ann Bixler, born on November 14, 1934, passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 89. She was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many and will always be remembered for her kind heart, gentle nature, and unwavering love for her family.
Lillie Ann was born in Kellerton, Iowa to her parents Joseph and Pauline Allen....
Nora Emilsey Chaya
Jan 25, 2024
Nora Emilsey Chaya, passed away January 25, 2024, at the age of 71. She was surrounded by her loving family at Taylor House in Des Moines, Iowa.
Nora was born on August 1, 1952, in Cleveland, Ohio. Throughout her life, she exemplified a strong work ethic and a genuine love for her family and community. Nora's kind-hearted spirit touched the lives...
Lynnette Kay Dunn
Jan 23, 2024
Lynnette Dunn, 75, of Ankeny, Iowa passed away January 23, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born July 8, 1948, in Fairfield, Iowa and was the daughter of Rex and Eleanor (Beatty) Strait. Lynnette graduated from Van Buren County High School and went on to attend the State College of Iowa, which became the University of Northern Iowa during...
Mildred Ruth Akershoek
Jan 19, 2024
Mildred Ruth (Johnson) Akershoek passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on January 19th, 2024 at Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Mildred was born on January 4, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan. After completing high school, Mildred worked in the Accounting Department for the Michigan Bell Telephone Company. Later on, she joined the Cadillac Motor Car Division...
Terrance Ora Kurtz
Jan 14, 2024
Terrance (Terry) Ora Kurtz passed away on January 14, 2024 at the age of 83. He was the fifth child of Eldo Earl Kurtz and Laura M (Leonard) Kurtz of Webster City, Iowa.
Terry was born on November 14, 1940, at Hamilton County Hospital in Webster City. He was raised on the Kurtz farm west and north of Webster City in...
Ronald Jerry Carspecken
Jan 5, 2024
Ronald Jerry Carspecken, age 82, of Clive, who was born to Darrell and Virginia Carspecken on August 3, 1941 in Oakland, Iowa, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Pine Acres in West Des Moines, Iowa.
In keeping with Ronald’s wishes, no services are planned.
Ernst Funeral & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Ronald’s...
Carol Jean Stoker
Jan 1, 2024
Carol Jean Stoker (88) Passed away peacefully on January 1st, 2024, with her loving family at her side, in Des Moines, Iowa.
Born in Pasadena California on August 16th, 1935, to Justine and James Alsen Stoker, Carol lived her young life around the orange groves of southern California in Arcadia with her brother Phillip along with aunts, uncles,...
David Alvin Honken
Dec 22, 2023
David Alvin Honken, age 88 of Adel, Iowa, passed away on December 22, 2023, in Dallas Center, Iowa. He was born on November 16, 1935, in Lake Mills, Iowa.
David had an illustrious career that spanned various industries. He worked as a Construction Worker, Store Manager, and Salesman throughout his life. His dedication and hard work were evident in the various...
Eugene Gerald Lickteig
Dec 21, 2023
Eugene Gerald Lickteig was born June 15, 1949 and answered the gentle call of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 21, 2023. He fought the good fight for 2 ½ years with intrahepatic bile duct cancer firmly believed to have been contracted while proudly serving our country in Vietnam.
Born the middle child of seven in the...
Ronald Leroy Ginther
Dec 20, 2023
Ronald Leroy Ginther, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023, at Taylor House in Des Moines, Iowa. Ron was born to Everett and Darlene (Anderson) Ginther on October 23, 1935 in Jefferson, Iowa.Throughout his life, Ron made lasting contributions to the grocery store industry, working for reputable establishments such as Safeway and Dahls. With dedication and commitment, he served many...
Dennis Keith Hildreth
Dec 14, 2023
Dennis Keith Hildreth, known to many as Denny, peacefully departed this life in Adel, Iowa on December 14, 2023. He was born on December 25, 1939, in the small town of Perry, Iowa. Denny leaves behind a legacy of dedication, selflessness, and love that will be cherished by all who knew him.For over four decades, Denny dedicated his working life...
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...
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