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Beverly Clark
Aug 17, 2026
Beverly Clark, age 91 of Ankeny, passed away Monday, August 17, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Ernst Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Beverly's final arrangements.
Anne Velda Brown
Aug 15, 2026
Anne Velda Brown, age 86 of Waukee.
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A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Iowa Veterans Cemetery. Please gather at the administration building and remain in your cars. We will process down to the committal shelter at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow back...
Kenneth Ellsworth Riche
Aug 14, 2026
Kenneth “Kenny” Riche, age 71, passed away on August 14, 2026, surrounded by love, with Becky, his wife and best friend of 47 years, by his side.
Kenny was born on September 17, 1954, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Dickie and Shirley Riche. On November 18, 1978, he married Becky, the love of his life, and together they built a life...
Elizabeth Chloe Smith
Aug 1, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for the gift of her life, we remember and honor Elizabeth Chloe Smith, who passed away on August 1, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa. From the day she was born on April 15, 1996, in Des Moines, Elizabeth had a beautiful face that ended up being filled with 30 years of laughter, warmth, and...
Sine Olesen
Jul 30, 2026
Sine Olesen, beloved aunt and cherished friend, passed away peacefully in Norwalk, Iowa, on July 30, 2026. She was born on April 1, 1926, in Chicago, Illinois, a city whose vibrant energy she carried with her throughout her remarkable century of life.
Sine’s journey took her from Chicago to Spencer, Iowa, where she graduated from high school, and then onward to...
Easton Kotee
Jul 28, 2026
Easton Kotee, age 14, of Grimes, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2026, in South Dakota.
Easton was born on April 26, 2012, in Paynesville, Liberia. He moved from Liberia to Grimes in August 2024 and was preparing to begin his sophomore year at Dallas Center-Grimes High School.
Easton loved being active and was happiest when participating in sports or spending...
Joey Robert Frederick
Jul 21, 2026
Rest in peace Joey Robert Frederick (June 7, 1953 - July 21, 2026) who died at the age of 73 after a lengthy illness.Joe was best known for his love of life, his sense of humor, his generosity to those in need, his devotion to his family and to his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Joe loved playing cards, watching...
Carolyn H Banwart
Jul 18, 2026
Carolyn (Kay) Banwart was born on April 7, 1939 to Alvia and Emma (Metzger) Meyer. She grew up in a large family of ten children on a farm near Lester, Iowa. After a career in administration at the Sioux Falls stockyards in Sioux Falls, SD, she married Robert D. Banwart in the middle of a blizzard on February 24, 1962...
Deborah Jean Moyle
Jul 17, 2026
Deborah Jean Moyle, affectionately known as Debi, passed away on July 17, 2026, at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born on May 24, 1954, in Pomona, California, and throughout her seventy‑two years, she touched the lives of all who knew her through her unwavering love, devotion, and unmistakable warmth.Debi had a rare gift for people. She...
Ernest R. Hill
Jul 3, 2026
Ernest R. Hill, age 76 of Ankeny, Iowa; passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026 at the University of Iowa Medical Center in Iowa City, Iowa.
In keeping with Ernie's wishes, no services are scheduled and cremation rites have taken place.
Ernst Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Waukee has been entrusted with Ernie's final arrangements.
Dixie Lee Jennings
Jun 26, 2026
Dixie Jennings, 92 of Urbandale, Iowa received her wings on Friday, June 26. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at Ernst Funeral Home, 80 NE Dartmoor Drive, Waukee, Iowa; on Monday, July 6, 2026 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. A short service will be held at 4:30 p.m. followed by a time to enjoy happy hour beverages and...
Charlene Thomson
Jun 23, 2026
Charlene (Blamires) Thomson, 76, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born on December 14, 1949, in Lehi, Utah, to Vernon and Betty Blamires.
Charlene grew up in Lehi, where she excelled academically, graduating in the top five of her class from Lehi High School. She went on to attend Brigham Young University, earning a Bachelor...
F. Scott Wearmouth
Jun 22, 2026
F. Scott Wearmouth, 65, of Waukee, IA, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Deerfield Long-Term Care in Urbandale, IA.
Scott was born on January 11, 1961, in Des Moines, IA, to the late Judith Swigart and Jack Wearmouth.
On December 1, 1984, he was united in marriage to Cherilyn (Dent) Wearmouth in Urbandale, IA.
A lifetime landscape developer, Scott’s passion for...
Ann Louise Michael
Jun 17, 2026
Ann Louise (Prueitt) Michael was born on June 25, 1957, in Iowa Falls, Iowa, and passed away on June 17, 2026, in West Des Moines, Iowa. She was just a week shy of her 69th birthday.
Ann graduated from Woodward-Granger High School and pursued higher education at Central College and Des Moines Area Community College. Ann spent her career devoted to...
Brian J Mesenbrink
May 26, 2026
Brian J Mesenbrink, husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at Lutheran Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Born on December 7, 1959, in Des Moines, Brian’s life was marked by his commitment to his family and a distinguished career in the financial services industry.
Brian graduated from East High School in Des Moines, a foundation that...
Steven Neal Pierce
May 17, 2026
Rest in Peace Steven Neal Pierce.
A man of deep loyalties, great strength, and unwavering dependability passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026. Steve was someone others could count on offering steadfast support, quiet encouragement, and enduring loyalty. His presence will be deeply missed, and his memory will remain a source of comfort and strength to his family and friends.
Steve's will to...
Nancy Lou Duey
May 9, 2026
Nancy L. Duey (Scott), age 77, of Adel, IA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday May 9, 2026.
Nancy is survived by her husband, Philip Duey of Adel; son Christopher (Darci) Duey of Johnston, daughter Jennifer (Christopher) Covill of Urbandale, son Stephen (Marcie) Duey of Chicago, and Mathew (Jessica) Duey of Los Angeles; fifteen grandchildren, Jack Duey, Madeline Duey, Cael Duey, Carson...
Cindy Rae Delaney
May 4, 2026
Cindy Rae Bridger-Delaney, 52, a proud Waukee, Iowa native, passed away on May 4, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love that will continue to live on in all who knew her.
Born on December 23, 1973, in Des Moines, Iowa, Cindy grew up surrounded by family, friendships, and the kind of roots that stay with you for life. She was...
Marija Lokmić
May 2, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Marija Lokmić, who left us on May 2, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa, at the age of 86. Born on September 10, 1939, in Jajce, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Marija’s journey through life was marked by resilience, love, and dedication.
Marija was raised in Banja Luka, where she...
Ronald Dean Ohm
Apr 30, 2026
Ronald Dean Ohm age 90, passed peacefully on April 30, 2026 of natural causes.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Ernst Funeral Home, 80 NE Dartmoor Drive, Waukee. Ron will be laid to rest at the Booneville Cemetery in a private family ceremony. Ron was born on Earth Day and enjoyed the...
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