M. Lois Hovenga

M. Lois Hovenga passed away on March 13, 2023 at the age of 62 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones who will continue to honor her. She was born to Phillip and Arlene Roberts on April 8, 1960 in Battle Creek, Iowa.

Lois was an exceptional wife, mother and grandmother and a wonderful daughter. She treasured time with her children, grandchildren and extended family. She embraced opportunities for special outings with her family. She dedicated the last 6 years working for Mom’s Meals in Ankeny. Lois was also an avid collector of bears.

She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Brian; children Matthew (Brianna) Hovenga and Emily (Chris) Goode; grandchildren Ash and Lucas; mother Arlene Yokiel and mother-in-law LaVonne Hovenga; sisters Myrna (Greg) Townsend and Sherry (Jim) Johnson; brother-in-law Duane (Teresa) Hovenga; and sister-in-law Diane Hovenga; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father Phillip Roberts; grandparents Francis and Alice Lewis; father-in-law Donald Hovenga; brother-in-law Henry Hovenga; and niece Crystal Strovers.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 25th, 2023 from 10:00-11:00 am with a Celebration of Life to follow at 11:00 am at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory in Urbandale.