OBITUARIES

Nov 6, 2024

It is with profound sadness we announce Larry Julian Castillo departed this life peacefully surrounded by friends and family at 9:12pm the evening of November 6, 2024, at The Good Samaritan Society in Indianola, Iowa, following a courageous journey with dementia.

He is survived by his loving wife and life partner, Julia Castillo; beloved sons, Chris, Julian (Dawson Goodridge) and Fabian...

Nov 6, 2024

Patrick (Pat) P. Ryan died peacefully on November 6, 2024 surrounded by those who loved him most. He was born in Sioux City, Iowa on March 17, 1971 to Margaret and Thomas Ryan. They thought they were going to name him Steve, but when he was born on Saint Patrick’s day, Pat is was.

Pat graduated from Woodbury Central High School,...

Nov 5, 2024

On November 5, 2024, our sweet Wilma passed on to her Heavenly home. She was 77 years old. 

Wilmuth Anne Hallsted was born on June 11, 1947, to Amos and Virginia Hallsted. At 6 years of age, Wilma’s mother passed away leaving her in the care of her maternal grandparents, George and Gordia Luther. She took on the last name of...

Nov 3, 2024

Hildred Allen, 93, died November 3, 2024, at Eden Acres in Perry, Iowa. She was born June 21, 1931, in Longrun, Missouri. Hildred and her twin Mildred were 7th and 8th in line of 12 children born to William and Nora (Hampton) Simpson. 

Hildred enjoyed reading, working puzzles, baking, and spending time with her kids and grandchildren. She sewed all her...

Nov 3, 2024

Peter Charles "Pete" Johnson, age 72, of Rippey, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on November 3, 2024, at Dallas County Hospital in Perry, Iowa. Pete was a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend to many, whose kindness and dedication to his community left a lasting impact on those around him.

Pete’s funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November...

Nov 2, 2024

Charles Stevens Greenwood (June 5, 1935 – November 2, 2024) passed away at home, surrounded by loved ones. With the voracious mind of an intellectual and the soul of an Iowa farm boy, he lived his life with quiet humility, never one to seek the spotlight. Yet in his time on earth, he changed countless lives.

Nov 2, 2024

Kenneth Bert Hume (99) passed away on November 2, 2024. A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Southlawn Cemetery (398 S 6th St, Seymour Iowa, 52590) at 1:00 p.m.

With a host of angels in attendance, Kenneth Bert Hume, age 99, journeyed from his earthly life on November 2nd, 2024....

Nov 1, 2024

Catherine "Katie" Morgan (nee Maule), 72, of Waukee, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024. She was born on August 8, 1952, in Vermillion, South Dakota. Throughout her early years, Katie moved frequently, but she eventually made Altoona, Iowa, her home-a place where she lovingly raised her family.

Known to many as "Grandma Katie," she...

Oct 30, 2024

Beatrice Ann Moench passed peacefully, October 30, 2024, after several months trying to rally from the effects of a stroke.

Born June 21, 1933, Betty was born to Anna and Charles Keller of Glendale, New York. Betty was premature in an age where preemies rarely survived. Placed in an incubator (one of the first such...

Oct 29, 2024

Glenn Kordick passed to eternal life on October 29, 2024, at Madison County Healthcare System in the care of EveryStep Hospice.

Glenn was born at home in Scott Township in Madison County, Iowa, on January 20, 1938, to parents Albert and Elizabeth (Bindel) Kordick. His mother died when he was two years old. He grew...

Oct 28, 2024

Lois Thompson, 87, of Winterset, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024 at the Madison County Memorial Hospital in Winterset.

Lois was born in Madison County, Iowa on July 29, 1937, to Floyd and Genevieve “Gen” (Kuntz) Hart. She graduated from Winterset High School in 1955 and spent most of her life in Winterset. She...

Oct 28, 2024

Lorraine Gulsvig, age 70, passed away on October 28, 2024, in Ankeny, Iowa.

Lori was born on January 16, 1954 to Ronald and Elsie (Gehrtz) Reinhart in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Lori was a devoted wife to Wayne Gulsvig, whom she married on April 10, 1976.

Lori was a loving wife,...

Oct 27, 2024

Maria De Jesus Romero Arevalo passed peacefully in the late hours of Sunday, October 27th, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Her passing leaves a profound ache in the hearts of those who knew her, for she was truly an extraordinary soul. Maria lived a life that many would have crumbled under, yet she remained a true warrior until the...

Oct 27, 2024

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Norma "Jean" Mauch (96) began her heavenly journey on October 27, 2024. A visitation will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Bondurant Christian Church (304 Grant St S, Bondurant,...

Oct 26, 2024

Kelly Haugen, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024 in Des Moines, Iowa - she was 50 years old.

Kelly was born February 18, 1974 to Alfred and Machele (Jackanicz) Boardman in Oak Park, Illinois. She grew up in Glendale, California and graduated Class of 1992 from Village Christian School in Sun Valley, California.  A...

Oct 26, 2024

Jannette Kay Hornsby, 77, of Madrid, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Madrid Home in Madrid. Honoring her wishes, she will be cremated, and no services will be held.

Jannette was born on January 15, 1947, in Tama, Iowa, to Rudolph Sieck and Ruth (Lennie) Hoffman.

On April 27, 1962, she married Jerry Hornsby, and together they...

Oct 26, 2024

Janet “Jan” Ellsworth, age 75, of Perry, Iowa, died on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the EveryStep Kavanagh House in Des Moines, Iowa. Jan’s memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. with her visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. all on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, located at 1721 Park Street, Perry, Iowa 50220. Burial...

Oct 26, 2024

Link for the livestream of the funeral Mass: https://youtube.com/live/Gtl8Y70GhXM

Norma Mansor Dise (85) passed away at Perry Lutheran Home-Eden Acres in Perry, Iowa. A visitation is planned for November 6, 2024, at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Rd. Urbandale Iowa, 50322) from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. with a vigil service beginning at...

Oct 23, 2024

Mary Beth Sayre Fox, 67, of Woodward, Iowa passed away on October 23, 2024. Services will be held at a future date. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.caldwellparrish.com.

Mary was born to James and Phyllis Sayre on March 29, 1957, in El Paso, Texas and was the 9th of...

Oct 22, 2024

Ellen Yvonne (Kinn) Tetzloff, 77, of Urbandale, IA, passed away peacefully at Iowa Methodist Hospital on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 in Des Moines, IA. She went to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ. Private services will be held at a later date. Interment will be at Iowa Veterans Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the...