OBITUARIES

Oct 7, 2024

Ruth Ann McMurry (91) passed away on Oct 7, 2024, at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born to James William Stocker Hockett and Delpha Lucille (King) Hockett on January 10, 1933, near Unionville, Missouri on the Bill Mathews farm south of the King school house. She was raised and educated in the area, graduating from...

Oct 7, 2024

Charlotte Douglas passed away October 7, 2024 at Azria Nursing Home in Winterset. She was 80 years old and fought a short but valiant battle with brain cancer.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 14, 2024 at the Winterset Community Church with family greeting friends one hour prior beginning at...

Oct 7, 2024

Nu Duong, a beloved aunt, sister, and friend, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at the age of 76. Known for her caring heart and natural ability to bring joy to those around her, Nu touched the lives of all who knew her.

Nu immigrated to Des Moines, Iowa from Saigon, Vietnam in 1983...

Oct 5, 2024

Romaldo Botello Hernández, 63, of Des Moines Iowa, died Saturday, October 5th 2024, at the Unity Point Iowa Methodist Hospital. A public visitation will be held on Friday, October 11, 2024, at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory (8201 Hickman Rd. Urbandale Iowa, 50322) from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

He was born on February...

Oct 4, 2024

Jerry Ann Scott, 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 4, 2024 at St. Luke Lutheran Home, surrounded by her loving family.

Visitation for Jerry will be Friday, October 11, 2024 from 10:00 AM until the time of funeral at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church in Spencer. A light luncheon will follow.  If you...

Oct 4, 2024

Richard Cook Snyder was called home on October 4, 2024. Born January 28, 1923, to Paul and Opal Snyder, Richard lived an amazing 101 years on this earth.

Richard was raised the oldest of six children born to Paul and Opal, the much-loved big brother to his sisters. His early years were spent growing up...

Oct 2, 2024

Denny Crall, 74, of Orient, passed away suddenly on October 2, 2024.

Dennis Patrick Crall was born on December 2, 1949 to Robert and Helen (Brugos, Popson) Crall in Albia, Iowa, and was raised in Monroe County. He graduated with the class of 1968 from Albia High School. Denny then went on to NE Missouri...

Oct 1, 2024

Reverend Nelo Angelo Leto was born May 19, 1929, in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Ignazio and Josephine (Collo) Leto. He was raised in Des Moines, graduating from St. Anthony Grade School in 1942 and Dowling High School in 1946. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree at Conception Seminary College, Conception, Nodaway, Missouri in 1950 and completed post graduate...

Oct 1, 2024

Leon Douglas Nazworthy, 74, of St. Charles, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

Leon was born in Des Moines, Iowa on December 8, 1949 to Johnie and Neoma (Akers) Nazworthy. He was united in marriage to Cynthia Fincham in 1982 and they made their home in St. Charles a few years later.

Sep 30, 2024

Treasa Byrd, 59, of Des Moines

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Treasa Byrd, 59, of Des Moines, Iowa. Treasa was a wonderful person who believed deeply in God and wanted the best for everyone she encountered. Her kindness and warmth touched the lives of many.

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Sep 29, 2024

GayLee Toppin, 82, of Lorimor, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center.

She was born in Mason City, Iowa on March 8, 1942, to George and Gretchen Westby Redington. She graduated from Mason City-Newman Catholic High School and was united in marriage to Gerald Toppin on July 25, 1964....

Sep 28, 2024

Douglas Kratz, 81, of Polk City, Iowa, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, at Mary Greeley Medical Center. Born on May 28, 1943, in Cresco, Iowa, Doug lived a life marked by dedication and service.

He served honorably in the United States Air Force from 1963 to 1968 and continued his commitment to his...

Sep 27, 2024

Bonnie L. Bowles, the daughter of Albert and Bernice Lockett, was born in Albert Lea, Minnesota on January 26, 1936. She was raised and educated in Rowan, Iowa. After High School, Bonnie attended the American Institute of Business (AIB) in Des Moines, Iowa.

On August 25, 1957, she was united in marriage with Andy J....

Sep 27, 2024

Thomas E. Devore, 81, of Clive, IA, passed away, Friday, September 27, 2024 at UnityPoint Health- Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. Further arrangements are pending. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.caldwellparrish.com

Sep 27, 2024

Caleb Robert Stalcup, beloved infant son of Christopher and Alison Stalcup of Winterset, IA went to be with our Lord on September 27, 2024.

Caleb came into this world 3 months early on May 5,2024. Even though his time on earth was short, he was extremely loved by all who his life touched....

Sep 27, 2024

Ralph W. Sanders, 91, West Des Moines, Iowa, died peacefully at home on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024.

Ralph was born March 19, 1933, near Stonington, III, the fourth of six children born to John N. and Zelda (Wetzel) Sanders. He had many fond memories of growing up on the family farm, and graduated from Stonington...

Sep 27, 2024

Elnour Deng-Kodet (65) passed away on September 27, 2024, at UnityPoint Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, from cardiac arrest. A public visitation will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Ambrose Cathedral (607 High St, Des Moines, IA 50309) A mass of christian burial will follow at 10:00...

Sep 26, 2024

Jean Marie Schnoes, 66, passed away on September 26, 2024 at the Clarksville Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Clarksville, Iowa after many years of medical issues with her neurodegenerative disease (olivopontocerebellar atrophy) that resulted in progressive deterioration of the nerve cells in her brain.

Jean was born on April 8,1958 at the Cedar Valley...

Sep 26, 2024

Thomas “Tom” Walter Harbison, a man known for his unwavering loyalty, kindness, and infectious sense of humor, passed away on September 26, 2024, at the age of 76 in Independence Village in Waukee. He was born in 1947 in Waynesville, MO, to Walter Harbison and Willie Lou Jenkins, and was the eldest sibling of Sue Harbison and Jane Jackson....

Sep 25, 2024

Fr. Martin Chevalier, beloved priest, musician, and family historian, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith and compassion. Born on November 27, 1954, in Des Moines, IA, to Herschel and Monica (Craig) Chevalier, he was the fifth of six children in a loving family.

Martin graduated from North Des Moines High School in...